This ravioli casserole is my most recent recipe creation. It is simple and quick to prepare. My latest culinary triumph is my Ravioli Casserole, and it’s officially my husband’s new favorite dish! This casserole is a delightful blend of tender ravioli, savory sauce, and melted cheese that bubbles and browns to perfection. Each bite is a comforting hug on a plate, combining the rich flavors of Italian tradition with a touch of homemade love.
Ravioli are little pasta pillows filled with creamy ricotta and spinach. Some have meat and cheese. They sit in a hearty tomato sauce, which simmers with garlic and basil. A generous layer of mozzarella and Parmesan tops them. They bake until golden and irresistibly gooey. They’re the ultimate comfort food that brings joy to our dining table.
In this recipe, I make my tomato sauce. I will share it with you in another post. However, you can use your favorite sauce.
Ravioli Casserole
This cozy, comforting Ravioli Casserole recipe I whipped up, and it turned out to be a huge hit with my husband. It’s one of those delightful dishes that bring warmth and love to the table. Best of all, it’s super easy and quick to make! With layers of tender ravioli, savory sauce, and melty cheese, it’s sure to become a family favorite. This casserole will have everyone coming back for seconds, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special gathering. Enjoy!
Why you will love this recipe? There is no need to boil the ravioli separately, which is a huge time saver and makes it your quick go-to meal on busy days.
To prepare this meal, you will need;
- Baking dish – I used an 8 X 8 casserole dish in the images. This is perfect for two with leftovers.
- Ravioli – Pick out your flavors in this recipe. I used Rana Ravioli Chicken Mozzarella
and Rana Ravioli Spinach or Cheese - Marinara Sauce – Any flavor. I make homemade sauce.
- Onion – I love cooking with Vidalia onions, but you can use yellow.
- Cheese – Mozzarella and Parmesan
- Cheese Grater – I prefer to grate my cheese for a deeper flavor and texture. Pre-shredded is okay to use.
Ingredients
- 2 – 10 oz packs of Rana Raviolis Chicken and Roasted Garlic and Spinach/Mozzarella. Any brand or flavor will work
- 16 oz to 24 oz of your favorite Marinara Sauce. I used my homemade tomato sauce.
- 2 cups shredded Mozzarella Cheese
- 1 cups freshly grated Parmesan Cheese (pre-shredded will work)
- 1 small or 1/2 cup finely chopped Vidalia onion
- 5 Fresh Basil leaves cut into bits
- 1 Tablespoon Italian seasonings
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350° F as you lay out your ingredients and shred cheese.
- Add I/2 cup to 1 cup of Mariana sauce to the bottom of the baking dish.
- Lay the ravioli on top of the Mariana sauce in the baking dish – I mix the ravioli. For example, I will lay them in rows with different flavors. This is optional; you can use one flavor throughout.
- Pour half of the marinara sauce over the ravioli (You want to create layers like lasagna), then add half of your chopped onion, fresh basil, and Italian seasoning, and top with a layer of shredded mozzarella and parmesan cheese. Repeat this process so you have 2 layers. Top with shredded mozzarella and parmesan cheese.
- Cover the baking dish with foil to keep it from drying out. Bake for 30 minutes until cheese is golden brown and bubbly.
- Remove from oven and serve. Best served hot.
Notes
- Raviolis come in many different flavors. You can use your favorites.
- For depth of flavor, I use fresh herbs and grate my cheeses..
- I do a lot of canning, and each year, one of the things I make is homemade marinara sauce. It’s okay to use your favorite brand.
- I used refrigerated ravioli. If using frozen ravioli, increase cooking time by 10 – 15 minutes.
- You can adjust the ravioli and sauce depending on your serving size. This recipe is perfect for two with leftovers.
- Add ground beef or Italian sausage (ground) to the marina sauce to add different flavors.
- Any nutritional information provided by Reefer’s Blend is a courtesy and should be construed. as an estimate rather than a guarantee. Ingredients can vary, and we cannot guarantee the accuracy of this information.
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