Easy Baked Ravioli is a quick and delicious dinner idea the whole family will love. With just 5 minutes of prep time and 4 simple ingredients, this no-fuss casserole dish is perfect for busy nights when you need a satisfying meal without all the hassle.
If you need to get dinner on the table fast, this is the recipe to make.
All you need are some frozen ravioli, marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, and a sprinkle of Italian seasoning. That’s it! No complicated steps or fancy techniques required. Just layer everything together in a casserole dish and let your oven do all the work.
Between the tender ravioli, rich tomato sauce and gooey melted cheese creates comfort food at its finest that will have everyone coming back for seconds (and maybe even thirds!).
Pop some garlic bread in the oven and a use a homemade salad kit for a complete dinner done in no time.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe for Baked Ravioli
- Easy preparation!
- Family favorite!
- Versatile options!
- Make ahead convenience!
- Minimal ingredients!
- Great for busy nights!
Ravioli Bake Ingredients
- Frozen cheese ravioli
- Pasta sauce (marinara or spaghetti sauce)
- Shredded mozzarella cheese
- Shredded parmesan cheese
- Cooked ground beef
- Italian seasoning
- Basil (optional for garnish)
Recipe Tips & Variations
- Switch up the flavor with different types of ravioli or sauces.
- Add spinach or mushrooms for added texture and depth of flavor.
- Add some cooked ground beef or Italian sausage for a meaty option.
- Sprinkle red pepper flakes over top for some heat.
- Use Fresh or Frozen Ravioli, this recipe works great with both options. If using fresh ravioli, adjust the baking time as they may cook faster than frozen ones.
How to Make Baked Ravioli
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
Add a thin layer of pasta sauce on the bottom of a 9X13 baking dish. Then, add a single layer of cheese ravioli on top.
Add cooked ground beef, then sprinkle with half of mozzarella cheese.
Repeat the layers again and top with parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning.
Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and cooked throughout. Garnish with basil with desired.
Make Ahead and Storing
- Make ahead: Assemble the day before and cover in fridge until ready to bake the next day. Or assemble, bake, allow to cool and cover in fridge for up to 2 days.
- Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Freezer: Assemble ahead and store unbaked casserole covered in freezer for up to 3 months. When ready to bake, pull out of freezer and bake per instructions. May need to add a few extra minutes of baking time.
What to Serve with Ravioli Bake
There are plenty of delicious sides to complement this dish. Here are some options to serve alongside your casserole:
- Green or Caesar salad
- Garlic bread
- Roasted veggies or brussels sprouts
- Asparagus
More Casserole Recipes
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- Ham Egg and Cheese Casserole
- Easy Lasagna
- Johnny Marzetti Casserole
- Creamy Turkey Casserole
Recipe
Easy Baked Ravioli
Ingredients
- 1 (24oz.) bag frozen cheese ravioli
- 1 (24oz.) jar pasta sauce (marinara or spaghetti sauce)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 1 lb. cooked ground beef
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp basil optional for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Add a thin layer of pasta sauce on the bottom of a 9X13 baking dish.
- Then, add a single layer of cheese ravioli on top.
- Add cooked ground beef, then sprinkle with half of mozzarella cheese. Repeat the layers again and top with parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning.
- Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and cooked throughout. Garnish with basil with desired.
Notes
- Make ahead: Assemble the day before and cover in fridge until ready to bake the next day. Or assemble, bake, allow to cool and cover in fridge for up to 2 days.
- Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Freezer: Assemble ahead and store unbaked casserole covered in freezer for up to 3 months. When ready to bake, pull out of freezer and bake per instructions. May need to add a few extra minutes of baking time.
Nutrition Disclosure
Nutritional facts are estimates and are provided as a courtesy to the reader. Please utilize your own brand nutritional values to double check against our estimates. Nutritional values are calculated via a third party. Changing ingredients, amounts or cooking technique will alter the estimated nutritional calculations.
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