Ravioli Lasagna
This cheesy Baked Ravioli Lasagna Casserole layers frozen ravioli, ricotta cheese mixture, mozzarella, and marinara sauce to create the ultimate comfort food. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this satisfying casserole can be assembled and ready for the oven in no time.
Ravioli Lasagna
Get ready to fall in love with this easy, cheesy, and completely irresistible Ravioli Lasagna!
This casserole layers ravioli, ricotta, mozzarella, and marinara sauce to create Italian comfort food in a quick and easy to prep casserole.
With just 10 minutes of prep time, you can have this hearty baked pasta casserole assembled and ready for the oven.
Frozen ravioli makes this a simple weeknight dinner option that still feels special. Plus, the whole family will devour this flavorful dish!
Ingredients for Ravioli Lasagna
Marinara sauce: Choose your favorite marinara sauce or make your own.
Frozen ravioli: Choose your favorite type of ravioli, whether cheese-filled or meat-filled.
Ricotta cheese: Use whole milk ricotta for a richer taste.
Parmesan cheese: Freshly grated Parmesan will provide the best flavor.
Egg: The beaten egg helps bind the ricotta mixture together.
Seasonings: Feel free to adjust the seasonings to taste or add your favorite herbs for a personal touch.
Mozzarella cheese: Freshly shredded mozzarella melts better than pre-shredded cheese. You can freeze the block of mozzarella it for about 15 minutes to make it easier to shred.
How to make
To make the lasagna, preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13 casserole dish.
Spread about a cup of marinara sauce on the bottom of your prepared casserole dish.
Layer frozen ravioli over sauce.
In a bowl, mix ricotta with parmesan, egg, seasonings and 1 cup of mozzarella until well blended.
Dollop mixture over ravioli, then spread it over evenly. Sprinkle lightly with about 2 tablespoons mozzarella cheese.
Drizzle with half the remaining marinara.
Repeat layers, ending with mozzarella.
Cover casserole dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
Uncover, distribute any remaining cheese evenly and bake 20 minutes more uncovered, until bubbly and cheese is melted.
Enjoy!
Tips
Here are some tips for easily making the best ravioli lasagna:
- Let lasagna rest 10-15 minutes before serving so cheeses set up.
- Mix marinara sauce varieties for a depth of tomato flavor. Use both chunky and smooth.
- Cook and crumble Italian sausage to mix into the ricotta for a meaty ravioli filling.
- Experiment with different ravioli fillings like spinach and cheese, mushroom, or butternut squash to change up the flavors.
- Feel free to add layers of sautéed vegetables like spinach, mushrooms, or zucchini for added nutrition and flavor.
With a few simple tricks, this lasagna comes together quickly and bakes up melty, saucy, and full of irresistible Italian flavor!
Leftovers
Here are some tips for storing and reheating leftovers of the ravioli lasagna:
Storage:
Allow lasagna to cool completely before covering tightly and storing in the refrigerator. You can also transfer to an airtight container before placing in the fridge. Store for up to 4 days.
To reheat, pre-heat oven to 350°F. Warm in oven for about 15-20 minutes or until heated through.
What to serve it with
Here are some delicious side dish ideas to serve with ravioli lasagna:
- Garden Salad - A fresh and simple green salad with vinaigrette dressing.
- Garlic Bread - Warm, buttery garlic bread is a classic accompaniment for Italian meals. Dip it in the marinara sauce!
- Roasted Vegetables - Roasted broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, or asparagus pairs wonderfully with this.
- Sautéed Spinach - Sautéed in olive oil with garlic.
- Caprese Salad - Slices of fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil make an easy Italian salad.
- Bruschetta - Toast thick bread slices, rub with garlic, and top with diced tomato and basil.
- Focaccia - Fluffy focaccia bread ready to dip into the marinara sauce!
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Ravioli Lasagna with Ricotta
Ingredients
- 24 ounces marinara sauce
- 40 ounces frozen ravioli
- 15 ounce ricotta cheese
- ¼ cup parmesan cheese grated
- 1 egg beaten
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese shredded, divided
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Prepare a 9x13 casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Spread about a cup of the marinara sauce over the bottom of the casserole dish to create a thin layer.
- Over the marinara sauce, make an even layer of frozen ravioli.
- In a medium bowl, stir together the ricotta, parmesan, egg, seasonings, and 1 cup of the mozzarella cheese until well blended.
- Drop dollops of the ricotta mixture over the ravioli and then spread as evenly as possible. Over the ricotta, sprinkle lightly with about 2 tablespoons of mozzarella cheese. Drizzle with half of the remaining marinara sauce.
- Repeat the layers of ravioli, ricotta mixture, mozzarella cheese, and marinara sauce.
- Cover the casserole with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Carefully remove the casserole from the oven and remove the aluminum foil. Top the casserole with any remaining mozzarella cheese.
- Return to the oven, uncovered, and bake for an additional 20 minutes or until the cheese is melted.
Notes
Please note that the nutritional content of this recipe will vary based on the specific ingredients used. For a detailed breakdown of the nutritional values, consider using a recipe nutrition calculator with the exact brands and measurements you've used.