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Cheesy Beef Ravioli
4.5 from 84 votes

Cheesy Beef Ravioli

Cheesy Beef Ravioli is a hearty skillet dish combining cooked four-cheese ravioli with a savory ground beef and tomato sauce, topped with melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses browned under the broiler. The filling ravioli add a rich, creamy center while the beef sauce provides robust and seasoned tomato flavors. Broiling the cheese topping adds a golden-brown crust that contrasts with the tender pasta, making it a comforting and filling meal option.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 413 kcal
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 20 ounces ravioli I used 4-cheese; use your favorite, fresh refrigerated
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion diced small, large sweet Vidalia or yellow
  • 1 pound ground beef I used 80%, lean
  • 3 to 5 cloves garlic peeled and finely minced or pressed
  • 1 Italian seasoning or to taste, heaping tablespoon
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper or to taste, freshly ground
  • 1 (28 ounce) crushed tomatoes canned
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • ⅔ cup Parmesan Cheese
  • basil optional for garnishing, fresh

Instructions

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  1. To a large pot, cook ravioli according to package directions; drain and set aside.
  2. Preheat broiler to high.
  3. To a large, high-sided, ovenproof skillet, add the olive oil, onion, and saute over medium-high heat for about 3 minutes, or just until onion begins to soften.
  4. Add the ground beef, crush and crumble with a spatula as it cooks, and stir beef and onions frequently as they cook to ensure even cooking.
  5. After beef has completely cooked, add the garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, stir to combine, and cook for about 1 minute, or until garlic is fragrant.
  6. Add the crushed tomatoes, add the cooked ravioli, and stir to combine.
  7. Evenly sprinkle with the mozzarella, then the Parmesan, and place skillet under the broiler for about 5 minutes, or until cheese is as browned as desired, making sure to check very frequently for doneness. Because all broilers vary dramatically in their intensity, start checking after 3 minutes and do not leave your food unattended because you don't want it to burn; noting that it could possibly take longer than 5 minutes, just keep an eye on it. Remove the skillet from under the broiler when the cheese is as melted and golden as desired.
  8. Optionally garnish with basil and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Store leftovers airtight in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 4 months for best quality.
  • Use fresh ground beef and monitor the broiling closely to prevent burning due to different broiler strengths.
  • Cooking ravioli as directed and adding them into the sauce before broiling ensures they remain tender.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1serving Calories 413kcal (21%) Carbohydrates 26g (9%) Protein 30g (60%) Fat 22g (34%) Saturated Fat 9g (45%) Polyunsaturated Fat 10g (59%) Cholesterol 81mg (27%) Sodium 910mg (38%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 6g (12%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 413

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 413kcal 21%
Carbohydrates 26g 9%
Protein 30g 60%
Fat 22g 34%
Saturated Fat 9g 45%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10g 59%
Cholesterol 81mg 27%
Sodium 910mg 38%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 6g 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.