Million Dollar Ravioli Casserole (Print-Friendly Version)
Baked layers of ravioli, savory meat sauce, and creamy cheese topped with melted mozzarella.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Protein
01 -
450 grams ground beef or Italian sausage
→ Sauce
02 -
680 grams marinara sauce
→ Pasta
03 -
710 grams frozen cheese ravioli
→ Cheese Mixture
04 -
240 grams ricotta cheese
05 -
240 grams sour cream
06 -
240 grams shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
07 -
50 grams grated Parmesan cheese
→ Seasonings
08 -
1 teaspoon garlic powder
09 -
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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0.25 teaspoon salt
11 -
0.25 teaspoon black pepper
→ Garnish
12 -
Fresh chopped parsley
# Detailed Directions:
01 -
Preheat oven to 190°C and grease a 23x33 cm baking dish.
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Brown ground beef or sausage in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in marinara sauce and remove from heat.
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In a bowl, combine ricotta, sour cream, half of the shredded mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
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Spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom of the baking dish. Add half of the frozen ravioli over the sauce, then spread half the cheese mixture evenly on top. Repeat the ravioli and cheese layers, finishing with the remaining meat sauce.
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Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese evenly over the top. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
06 -
Remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese is golden brown.
07 -
Allow the casserole to rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley.
# Helpful Advice:
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For a spicier dish, substitute ground beef with Italian sausage. Use frozen ravioli directly from the freezer to prevent sticking. Baking time may vary depending on your oven; dish is done when cheese is melted, bubbly, and internal temperature reaches 74°C.