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Baked Ravioli Casserole

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A crowd-pleasing baked ravioli casserole that’s easy to transport and perfect for potlucks, utilizing store-bought ravioli and layers of cheese for a comforting dish.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course, Potluck
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Casserole Ingredients
  • 2 lbs fresh or frozen cheese ravioli Use GF ravioli for a gluten-free version.
  • 3 cups marinara sauce Homemade or a high-quality jar.
  • 1.5 cups whole-milk ricotta
  • 3 cups shredded mozzarella Low-moisture, part-skim or whole-milk for richer melt.
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan or Pecorino Romano
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp dried oregano Or 1 tbsp chopped fresh basil.
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 lb Italian sausage Cooked and crumbled for optional meat option.
  • 10 oz sautéed mushrooms For a vegetarian boost.
  • Fresh basil or parsley for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly oil a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. If using raw frozen ravioli that require boiling: bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook ravioli 1–2 minutes less than package directions; drain and toss gently with a splash of olive oil. If ravioli are fresh or labeled 'no-boil,' you can layer them directly.
  3. In a skillet, warm olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté 30–45 seconds until fragrant. Stir in marinara and oregano; simmer 3–4 minutes. Taste and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Spread 1 cup of sauce on the bottom of the baking dish.
  5. Arrange half the ravioli in a single layer over the sauce.
  6. Dollop half the ricotta over the ravioli in spoonfuls. Sprinkle 1.5 cups mozzarella and 1/4 cup Parmesan.
  7. Repeat: spread another cup of sauce, top with remaining ravioli, remaining ricotta, remaining mozzarella, and the final Parmesan. Spoon any extra sauce over the top.
  8. Cover loosely with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 8–12 minutes until cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.
  9. Let it rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with chopped basil or parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6g

Notes

If transporting, keep covered and insulated. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.
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