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Easy Baked Ravioli

A delightful and simple Italian casserole featuring layers of marinara sauce, creamy cheeses, and tender ravioli, perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 25 oz package frozen cheese ravioli You can use meat or vegetable-filled ravioli for more flavor.
  • 3 cups marinara sauce Opt for high-quality marinara or homemade sauce for best flavor.
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese Fresh mozzarella recommended for optimal taste.
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • to taste Salt and pepper
Garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce over the bottom of a large baking dish.
  3. Layer half of the frozen ravioli evenly over the sauce.
  4. Spoon half of the ricotta cheese over the ravioli, then add half of the mozzarella cheese and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
  5. Add half of the remaining marinara sauce, then repeat the layers with the remaining ravioli, ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses.
  6. Finish with a layer of the remaining marinara sauce on top, ensuring all ravioli are covered.
Baking
  1. Sprinkle remaining mozzarella cheese over the top and season with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  2. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  3. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden, and the ravioli are cooked through.
  4. Allow to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving and garnish with fresh basil leaves, if desired.

Notes

You can customize your casserole by adding sautéed vegetables or cooked ground meat for extra protein. This dish can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator. Leftovers can be reheated in the microwave or oven.