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Ravioli Lasagna Recipe

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This Ravioli Lasagna is a comforting and easy twist on traditional lasagna, layering uncooked refrigerated ravioli with a rich, savory meat sauce, creamy ricotta mixture, and melted mozzarella cheese. Baked to bubbly perfection and finished under the broiler for a golden top, this dish is perfect for a hearty family dinner or potluck.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Ingredients

Ricotta Mixture

  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 egg (beaten)
  • ¼ cup parmesan cheese (grated)
  • ¾ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¾ teaspoon dried basil
  • ¾ teaspoon dried parsley
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Meat Sauce

  • 1 lb. ground beef (sweet, mild, or spicy)
  • 1 small yellow onion (diced)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • ¾ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 (24 oz.) jars marinara sauce
  • ½ cup chicken broth

Assembly

  • 40 oz. refrigerated ravioli (uncooked)
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ricotta Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine ricotta, beaten egg, parmesan cheese, oregano, basil, parsley, ½ teaspoon salt, and salt and pepper to taste. Mix well and set aside while you prepare the rest of the ingredients. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Start the Baking Dish: Lightly grease a 9 x 13-inch deep casserole dish. Spread 1 heaping cup of marinara sauce evenly on the bottom and reserve the remaining marinara for the meat sauce.
  3. Cook the Ground Beef: Season the ground beef with salt and pepper. Heat a large pot over medium-high heat and add the ground beef and diced onions. Cook, crumbling the beef and stirring frequently until the meat is browned and cooked through. Drain any excess grease, then reduce heat to medium.
  4. Add Flavorings to Meat: Stir in minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, tomato paste, and Italian seasoning. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Simmer the Meat Sauce: Pour in the remaining marinara sauce and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer and cook uncovered for 5 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, to blend flavors and slightly thicken the sauce. Remove from heat.
  6. First Layer of Ravioli: Arrange half of the uncooked refrigerated ravioli evenly over the marinara-coated bottom of the casserole dish. The ravioli will overlap slightly.
  7. Add Ricotta and Meat Sauce: Spoon half of the meat sauce evenly over the ravioli layer. Then dollop the ricotta mixture over the meat sauce, spreading it as evenly as possible for complete coverage.
  8. Second Layer of Ravioli and Sauce: Place the remaining ravioli over the ricotta layer, then cover with the remaining meat sauce.
  9. Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top of the lasagna layers.
  10. Bake Covered: Cover the casserole dish with a lid or foil (spraying the foil side with non-stick spray to prevent sticking to the cheese). Bake in the preheated oven at 350°F for 35 minutes until hot and bubbly.
  11. Broil for Browning: Remove the cover and set your oven to broil at 450°F (or low broil setting). Broil the lasagna for up to 3 minutes, watching closely, until the top cheese layer turns golden brown and slightly crisp.
  12. Rest and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow the lasagna to rest for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing. Cut into squares like a traditional lasagna and serve warm.

Notes

  • You can use your favorite marinara sauce or homemade sauce for best flavor.
  • The recipe uses refrigerated ravioli; fresh or frozen ravioli can be used but cooking times might vary slightly.
  • Covering the casserole with foil sprayed with non-stick cooking spray prevents cheese from sticking while baking.
  • Letting the dish rest after baking helps the layers set and makes slicing easier.
  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

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