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Easy Cheesy Baked Ravioli Casserole (Lazy Lasagna)

A gooey, cheesy slice of baked ravioli layered with rich tomato sauce on a white plate.
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Make this simple baked ravioli casserole for a quick, comforting weeknight dinner. It layers frozen ravioli, rich marinara sauce, and plenty of cheese for a satisfying meal that tastes like lasagna without the fuss.

Ingredients

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  • 2 (25 ounce) packages frozen cheese ravioli
  • 4 cups marinara sauce (or meat sauce)
  • 1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, egg, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Mix until fully blended.
  3. Spread 1 cup of the marinara sauce evenly over the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  4. Arrange half of the frozen ravioli in a single layer over the sauce.
  5. Spread the entire ricotta mixture evenly over the layer of ravioli.
  6. Sprinkle 2 cups of the mozzarella cheese over the ricotta layer.
  7. Top with the remaining frozen ravioli.
  8. Pour the remaining 3 cups of marinara sauce over the top layer of ravioli, spreading it to cover completely.
  9. Sprinkle the remaining 2 cups of mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
  10. Bake uncovered for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and the cheese is melted and lightly golden brown.
  11. Let the casserole rest for 5 to 10 minutes before cutting. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • You can substitute frozen meat ravioli or use a jar of your favorite meat sauce to make this a ground beef ravioli casserole.
  • For a make ahead pasta bake, assemble the entire dish, cover it tightly, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Add 10 to 15 minutes to the baking time if baking straight from the refrigerator.
  • This recipe works well as a shortcut lasagna recipe using frozen ravioli, eliminating the need to boil pasta.

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