Description
Indulge in the rich and savory flavors of this Million Dollar Ravioli Casserole, a delicious twist on a classic comfort dish that’s perfect for a family dinner or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Frozen Cheese Ravioli:
1 (25-ounce) bag
Ground Beef:
1 pound
Marinara or Pasta Sauce:
1 jar (24 ounces)
Sour Cream:
1/2 cup
Cream Cheese (softened):
1 (8-ounce) block
Ricotta Cheese:
1/2 cup
Garlic Powder:
1 teaspoon
Italian Seasoning:
1/2 teaspoon
Shredded Mozzarella Cheese:
2 cups
Grated Parmesan Cheese:
1/2 cup
Parsley for Garnish (optional):
chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook the Ground Beef: In a skillet, cook the ground beef until fully browned. Drain excess grease and stir in the marinara sauce.
- Prepare the Cheese Mixture: In a bowl, combine sour cream, softened cream cheese, ricotta, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Mix until smooth.
- Layer the Casserole: Spread meat sauce in the baking dish, add ravioli, cheese mixture, meat sauce, and mozzarella. Repeat the layers and top with Parmesan.
- Bake: Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes until golden.
- Rest and Serve: Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
- You can use ground Italian sausage or turkey as a substitute for beef.
- Enhance the dish with spinach or mushrooms for added flavor.
- This casserole can be frozen before baking for a future meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 740 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
