Description
A cozy, cheesy twist on classic lasagna using ravioli for a quicker, heartier, and flavor-packed comfort dish everyone will love.
Ingredients
- Frozen Cheese Ravioli: 1 bag (25 oz)
- Marinara Sauce: 4 cups
- Ricotta Cheese: 1 ½ cups
- Mozzarella Cheese: 2 cups shredded
- Parmesan Cheese: ½ cup grated
- Italian Seasoning: 1 tablespoon
- Fresh Basil (optional): A few leaves
- Olive Oil: 1 tablespoon
- Salt & Pepper: To taste
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13 baking dish with olive oil.
- Combine Ingredients: Mix ricotta cheese with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Spread a layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of the baking dish.
- Assemble the Dish: Layer ravioli, dollops of ricotta, mozzarella, and parmesan. Repeat layers and finish with cheese on top.
- Cook to Perfection: Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes, then uncover and bake for another 10–15 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Finishing Touches: Let rest for 10 minutes, garnish with basil if desired.
- Serve and Enjoy: Slice and serve warm with salad or garlic bread.
Notes
- Use frozen ravioli directly—no need to thaw.
- Combine mozzarella and provolone for extra depth.
- Resting time after baking ensures clean slices.
- Add extra sauce between layers to keep it moist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: ravioli lasagna, easy lasagna, baked ravioli, shortcut lasagna, cheesy pasta bake