Ingredients
– 1 package (25 oz) frozen cheese ravioli
– 2 cups marinara sauce
– 1 cup ricotta cheese
– 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
– 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Making the Delicious Cheesy Baked Ravioli Casserole is a breeze if you follow these simple steps:
1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and allow it to preheat while you prepare the ingredients.
2. Prepare the Baking Dish: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or olive oil to prevent sticking.
3. Mix the Ricotta: In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until smooth.
4. Layer the Ingredients: Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of the baking dish.
5. Add Ravioli: Place half of the frozen ravioli over the sauce in a single layer.
6. Spread the Ricotta Mixture: Dollop half of the ricotta mixture over the ravioli and spread it gently.
7. Add More Sauce: Pour half of the remaining marinara sauce over the ricotta layer.
8. Sprinkle Cheese: Add one cup of shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the sauce layer.
9. Repeat Layers: Repeat steps 5-8 with the remaining ravioli, ricotta mixture, marinara sauce, and finish with the remaining mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan on top.
10. Cover and Bake: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
11. Uncover and Finish Baking: Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
12. Cool and Serve: Once done, let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6-8
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 20g