Description
Indulge in the rich and flavorful Million Dollar Ravioli Casserole that combines layers of cheese-filled ravioli, savory meat sauce, and a creamy cheese mixture topped with gooey melted cheese. This comforting baked pasta dish is a crowd-pleaser and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling:
- 1 (25 oz) bag frozen cheese ravioli
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (24 oz) jar marinara sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Cheese Mixture:
- 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup cottage cheese or ricotta
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook the filling: In a skillet, cook ground beef and onion until browned. Add garlic, then mix in marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Simmer.
- Prepare the cheese mixture: In a bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, and cottage cheese or ricotta until smooth.
- Layer the casserole: Spread meat sauce in the dish, layer with ravioli, then cheese mixture. Repeat layers and top with remaining meat sauce. Sprinkle with cheeses.
- Bake: Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake for additional 10-15 minutes until bubbly.
- Serve: Let it rest before serving. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
- Try using spinach or meat ravioli for a different flavor twist.
- This casserole can be assembled ahead and refrigerated for up to 24 hours before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 810mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
