Here’s a recipe for Million Dollar Ravioli Casserole, a creamy, cheesy, and comforting dish that’s perfect for dinner:
Ingredients
1 (25 oz) bag frozen cheese ravioli
1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage (or a mix of both)
1 (24 oz) jar marinara sauce (your favorite brand)
1 (15 oz) container ricotta cheese
1 cup sour cream
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley or basil, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
- Cook the meat: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef or sausage until browned and cooked through. Drain any excess fat. Stir in marinara sauce and season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Prepare the creamy layer: In a medium mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, sour cream, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Mix well until smooth.
- Assemble the casserole:
Spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom of the casserole dish.
Arrange half of the frozen ravioli over the sauce in a single layer.
Spread half of the creamy mixture over the ravioli.
Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
Repeat the layers: meat sauce, ravioli, creamy mixture, and mozzarella.
- Bake: Cover the casserole dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and serve: Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with fresh parsley or basil if desired, then serve warm.
Enjoy your Million Dollar Ravioli Casserole! It pairs beautifully with a side salad and garlic bread.