Ravioli Lasagna Bake

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This dish proves that weeknight dinners can feel just as comforting and celebratory as Sunday suppers. Think of all the gooey, cheesy layers of classic lasagna—without the hassle of boiling noodles or spending hours in the kitchen. The secret? Store-bought ravioli, which doubles as pasta and creamy filling. The result is a bubbling, golden bake that tastes slow-simmered but comes together in minutes.
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📝 Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Olive oil | 1 tablespoon | — |
| Ground beef or Italian sausage | 1 pound | — |
| Onion | 1 small | diced |
| Garlic | 3 cloves | minced |
| Marinara sauce | 24 ounces | jar |
| Crushed tomatoes | 14 ounces | can |
| Italian seasoning | 1 teaspoon | — |
| Salt & black pepper | to taste | — |
| Cheese ravioli | 2 packages (25 oz each) | frozen, do not thaw |
| Mozzarella cheese | 2 cups | shredded |
| Ricotta cheese | 1 cup | optional, for extra creaminess |
| Parmesan cheese | 1/2 cup | grated |
| Fresh parsley | 2 tablespoons | chopped, for garnish |
👩🍳 Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Meat Sauce
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add ground beef and onion; cook until beef is browned and onion softened (6–8 minutes).
- Stir in garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
Step 2: Add the Sauce
- Pour in marinara sauce, crushed tomatoes, and Italian seasoning.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Simmer for 5–7 minutes, then remove from heat.
Step 3: Assemble the Bake
- Spread 1 cup of sauce mixture on the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Layer half of the frozen ravioli over the sauce.
- Top with half of the remaining sauce, dollops of ricotta (if using), and half of the mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Repeat with remaining ravioli, sauce, ricotta, and cheeses.
Step 4: Bake
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes, until cheese is bubbly and golden.
Step 5: Serve
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh parsley.
✨ A clever shortcut with big flavor—this Ravioli Lasagna Bake is comfort food made easy.
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