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Ravioli Casserole Recipe

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.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 749 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: North American

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

Instructions

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  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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

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

% 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.