Ravioli Lasagna Casserole
This Ravioli Lasagna Casserole features layers of frozen cheese ravioli, creamy melted mozzarella, tangy parmesan, and rich tomato basil sauce, all baked until golden and bubbly. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping for the week, this casserole delivers restaurant-quality comfort food in under an hour with minimal effort.
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Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 5 cups prepared tomato basil sauce 40-ounce jar, choose your favorite brand or use homemade
- 38 ounces frozen 4 cheese ravioli two 19-ounce bags, divided for layering, Celentano brand recommended
- 2 cups freshly shredded whole milk low-moisture mozzarella cheese divided into 1½ cups for the middle layer and ½ cup for topping
- ¼ cup freshly shredded parmesan cheese for extra sharp flavor
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley for garnish
- Optional ingredients fresh basil, red pepper flakes, extra parmesan, garlic powder, or Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Set your oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
- Create the First Layer: Spread 1½ cups of tomato basil sauce on the bottom of the prepared baking dish, then arrange one bag of frozen ravioli in a single layer over the sauce (about 19 ravioli).
- Add the Second Layer: Top the ravioli with another 1½ cups of sauce, then layer the remaining bag of frozen ravioli on top in a single layer.
- Build the Cheese Layers: Spread the remaining 2 cups of tomato basil sauce over the second layer of ravioli, then sprinkle the 1½ cups of mozzarella cheese evenly across the entire casserole.
- Top and Season: Finish with the ½ cup of mozzarella and the ¼ cup of parmesan cheese sprinkled generously over the top, then cover the dish tightly with foil.
- Covered Bake: Place the foil-covered casserole in the preheated 350°F oven and bake for 25 minutes, allowing the ravioli to cook through and the cheese to begin melting.
- Uncover and Brown: Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 5 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly, and the cheese is melted and slightly browned.
- Rest and Garnish: Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes after removing from the oven, then sprinkle the fresh parsley over the top for a vibrant finish.