Easy Cheesy Baked Ravioli
This delightful comfort food combines rich marinara sauce and creamy cheese, enveloping tender ravioli in a warm, gooey embrace. Perfect for family nights or easy weekday meals.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 medium onion, chopped
- 1 pound extra lean ground beef
- 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 3 cups marinara sauce (one 24 oz jar), divided
- 20 ounces uncooked cheese ravioli
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and set aside.
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 3–4 minutes.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Stir in the minced garlic, season with salt and pepper, and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in 2 cups of marinara sauce and let the mixture simmer for 2–3 minutes.
Assembly and Baking
- Spread 1/2 cup of the remaining marinara sauce on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Layer half of the uncooked cheese ravioli over the sauce.
- Spoon half of the meat sauce over the ravioli, then sprinkle with 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese and 1/2 cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
- Repeat the layering: Add the remaining ravioli, top with the remaining meat sauce, and sprinkle on the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Cover the dish tightly with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Allow the baked ravioli to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Consider adding fresh herbs like basil or parsley for extra flavor. A pinch of red pepper flakes can add a kick if desired. Switch up cheese types for variety.