Cheesy Baked Ravioli Casserole
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
50 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
561 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
Cheesy Baked Ravioli Casserole
Description
Cheesy Baked Ravioli Casserole features layers of cooked ground beef mixed into a tangy combination of pasta sauce and diced tomatoes seasoned with oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and a touch of sugar. The recipe uses refrigerated or frozen cheese ravioli that become tender when baked. Shredded mozzarella and Colby jack cheeses add creamy, mild flavors, while freshly grated Parmesan tops the dish with a slightly sharp finish. Baking covered allows the sauce and cheeses to meld evenly.
The casserole presents a rich and hearty texture, with browned cheese contrasting the soft ravioli and saucy meat. The tomato-based sauce brings moisture and acidity, balancing the richness of the meats and cheeses. This dish works well served as a standalone main course for dinner.
For convenience, the casserole can be assembled and refrigerated before baking, adding extra cooking time. You can also enhance the dish by incorporating vegetables like frozen spinach, zucchini, or bell peppers. Choosing your preferred ravioli filling—beef, cheese, or spinach—allows flavor variation without changing the overall method.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground beef or ground turkey
- 25 oz cheese ravioli refrigerated or frozen
- 26 oz pasta sauce
- 28 oz diced tomatoes plain, with juices
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
- 2 cups Colby jack cheese shredded
- 2 tsp oregano dried
- ½ tsp black pepper freshly ground
- 1 TB garlic powder
- 1 TB onion powder
- 1 TB white sugar
- Parmesan Cheese freshly grated, for topping
Instructions
- Cook ground meat in large heavy pot over medium high heat. Stir and break up pieces until cooked through. Drain any excess grease. Turn heat off.
- Add pasta sauce and diced tomatoes with juices to the pot. Add oregano, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and sugar. Stir to incorporate well.
- Spread 1/3 of the meat sauce evenly onto the bottom of a 9x11 baking dish. Arrange 1/2 of the frozen ravioli over the sauce. Spread 1/2 of mozzarella and 1/2 of Colby cheeses over the ravioli.Repeat layers. You should end with last 1/3 of the sauce on top. Sprinkle top evenly with Parmesan.
- If using right away: cover loosely with aluminum foil and bake at 450F for 30 minutes, or until ravioli is tender.If not using right away: cover tightly with foil and place in fridge. When ready to use, loosen foil and bake at 450F for 50-60 minutes.
Notes
- Adding vegetables such as frozen spinach (squeezed dry), sliced zucchini, or diced bell peppers enhances the casserole's nutrition and flavor.
- Frozen ravioli of any flavor can be used; adjust cooking times slightly if needed to ensure tenderness.
- This dish serves well as a filling family meal and can be refrigerated before baking for easy preparation.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 561 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 561kcal | 28% |
| Carbohydrates | 50g | 17% |
| Protein | 52g | 104% |
| Fat | 39g | 60% |
| Saturated Fat | 18g | 90% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 175mg | 58% |
| Sodium | 1444mg | 60% |
| Potassium | 916mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 1042IU | 21% |
| Vitamin C | 16mg | 18% |
| Calcium | 455mg | 46% |
| Iron | 14mg | 78% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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