Cheesy Baked Ravioli Casserole
This Cheesy Baked Ravioli Casserole features frozen ravioli nestled in your favorite pasta sauce and topped with a generous layer of melted mozzarella and parmesan cheese for an irresistibly comforting baked pasta dish. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping for the week, this recipe comes together quickly with minimal hands-on work and maximum flavor.
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Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 25-ounce bag frozen ravioli cheese, chicken, spinach, or beef varieties all work beautifully
- 1 24-ounce jar pasta sauce marinara or alfredo, depending on your preference
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese freshly shredded melts more smoothly than pre-packaged
- 1/3 cup grated or shredded parmesan cheese optional but adds a sharp, savory depth
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Set oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
- Cook the ravioli: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add the frozen ravioli, and cook for 4-5 minutes or until they just begin to float (they'll finish cooking in the oven, so avoid overcooking them now).
- Drain and combine: Drain the ravioli in a colander without rinsing, then gently transfer them to the prepared baking dish.
- Add the sauce: Pour the entire jar of pasta sauce over the ravioli and stir gently to coat, being careful not to break the ravioli.
- Layer the cheese: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella evenly over the top, and if using parmesan, scatter that over as well.
- Bake covered: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven, covered with aluminum foil to prevent excessive browning, and bake for 20 minutes.
- Uncover and finish: Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-12 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden on top.
- Rest and serve: Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving, which allows the sauce to set slightly and makes serving much easier.