Ravioli Casserole Recipe
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Calories
749 kcal
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Course
Dinner
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Cuisine
North American
Ravioli Casserole Recipe
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If you’re looking for a baked ravioli casserole that’s cheesy, meaty, EASY, and downright comforting, this is the recipe for you! My family can’t get enough of this cozy dish - and I love how simple it is to make (you don't even need to boil the ravioli). Read on, and check out my four tips for baked ravioli success.
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Ingredients
- 1 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 1 lb Italian sausage see notes
- 1 1 teaspoon EACH: Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder
- 3 3 cups marinara sauce
- 2 2 cup baby spinach leaves
- ½ ½ cup heavy cream see notes
- salt and pepper to taste
- 20 20 ounces fresh ravioli see notes
- ½ ½ cup grated parmesan
- 2 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese divided
- 1 1 ball fresh mozzarella
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Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Remove the sausage meat from the casing. Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the sausage and cook until it is no longer pink, about 10 minutes. Use a spoon or paper towels to remove the excess oil from the pan.
- Stir the Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder into the meat. Add the marinara sauce to the pan, scraping the bottom to remove any stuck on bits. Bring the panto to a simmer, stir in the spinach, and let it wilt. Stir in the whipping cream and then season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Add the uncooked ravioli to a 9x11-inch baking dish, pour the sauce over the top, and mix well. Stir in the parmesan cheese and 1 cup of cheddar cheese. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese on top, then tear the mozzarella ball into pieces and place them on top. Cover the pan with aluminum foil.
- Bake for 25 minutes, until the casserole is hot and bubbly and the ravioli is al dente. Remove the foil and broil for 2-3 minutes, until the cheese turns golden.
Notes
- Meat: I love to use spicy Italian sausage as it has a wonderful flavor, but mild works well too. I've also made this with ground beef, and it's delicious. To remove the sausage meat from the casing, cut the casing down the length of the sausage and peel it off. You can also make a vegetarian version by using veggie meat or simply omitting it.
- Marinara: For the sake of simplicity, I've kept the flavorings minimal and relied on the marinara sauce for flavor. But store-bought marinara sauce is never as good as homemade, which is why I've added the extra flavorings. If you'd like, you can saute some minced onion and garlic with the sausage instead of using the powdered versions.
- You may need two jars of marinara sauce to get 3 cups. I tried this recipe using 2 cups but found it was too dry. You can freeze any extra marinara sauce for the next time you make this!
- Ravioli: This recipe uses fresh ravioli. I like to use spinach ricotta ravioli, but other fillings are nice, too.
- Mozzarella: Fresh mozzarella adds extra creaminess to this dish, but firm, shreddable mozzarella will work, too. You'll want to use about a cup of shredded mozzarella.
- Cream: I love the heavy cream's richness in this recipe, but you can substitute it for chicken stock or even water if you want to reduce the calories.
- Serving size: This will serve 6-8 people, depending on what you serve with it. I always like a big side salad. Leftovers taste amazing reheated for lunch!
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1 = ⅛ of the recipe
Calories
749kcal
(37%)
Carbohydrates
37g
(12%)
Protein
35g
(70%)
Fat
51g
(78%)
Saturated Fat
23g
(115%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
3g
Monounsaturated Fat
15g
Cholesterol
154mg
(51%)
Sodium
1769mg
(74%)
Potassium
530mg
(15%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
6g
(12%)
Vitamin A
1848IU
(37%)
Vitamin C
10mg
(11%)
Calcium
453mg
(45%)
Iron
9mg
(50%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 749 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 = ⅛ of the recipe | |
| Calories | 749kcal | 37% |
| Carbohydrates | 37g | 12% |
| Protein | 35g | 70% |
| Fat | 51g | 78% |
| Saturated Fat | 23g | 115% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
| Cholesterol | 154mg | 51% |
| Sodium | 1769mg | 74% |
| Potassium | 530mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 1848IU | 37% |
| Vitamin C | 10mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 453mg | 45% |
| Iron | 9mg | 50% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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