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cheesy baked ravioli

Cheesy Baked Ravioli is the ultimate shortcut to lasagna-style comfort food—with a fraction of the effort. Frozen or fresh cheese ravioli is layered with marinara sauce, mozzarella, and parmesan, then baked until bubbly and golden. It’s a go-to weeknight dinner that delivers all the cozy flavors of an Italian classic without the time-consuming prep.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: dinner
Calories: 390

Ingredients
  

  • 1 25 oz bag frozen cheese ravioli (no need to thaw)
  • 3 cups marinara sauce
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for greasing dish
  • Optional: chopped basil or parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil or nonstick spray.
  2. Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce on the bottom of the dish. Arrange half of the ravioli in a single layer over the sauce. Top with 1 cup of sauce and 1 cup of mozzarella cheese. Repeat with Sprinkle grated parmesan and Italian seasoning over the top.
  3. the remaining ravioli, sauce, and mozzarella.
  4. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Then remove foil and bake for an additional 5–10 minutes until the cheese is melted and slightly golden.
  5. Let it sit for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired.

Notes

  • Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
  • Reheat: Microwave individual portions or reheat in the oven at 350°F until hot.
Freezing: Assemble in advance, cover tightly, and freeze unbaked. Bake from frozen, adding 10–15 minutes to cook time.