Easy Baked Ravioli Casserole
Experience comfort, with our Easy Baked Ravioli Casserole, where the perfect balance between simplicity and incredible flavor awaits. In less than an hour this exceptional blend of Italian influences brings together impeccably seasoned lean ground beef, a delightful assortment of fragrant spices and tender ravioli filled with gooey cheese all lovingly embraced by a creamy marinara sauce. This casserole is your weapon for those quick weeknight dinners or as the star of any gathering that aims to please a crowd. It's a favorite, among families. Reminds us how even the most straightforward dishes can bring unparalleled joy to your dining table. Enjoy it while it's piping hot relishing every mouthwatering bite filled with cheesy goodness and savory delight.
6 Servings
Ingredients
- 3/4 lb. ground beef
- 1/2 tsp. each: onion powder dried basil, dried oregano, mustard powder, salt
- 1 tsp. hot sauce doesn't make it spicy
- 1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
- 1 small yellow onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 24 oz. marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup half and half
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese divided
- 20 oz. refrigerated ravioli uncooked
Instructions
- Start by preheating your oven to a temperature of 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
- Take a skillet. Place it over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook it while breaking it into pieces until it turns brown, which should take around 3 minutes.
- Now include onion powder, dried basil, dried oregano mustard powder, salt, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and onions, into the skillet. Continue cooking for 5 minutes. Afterward, add minced garlic. Cook for one minute. If you notice any grease in the skillet tilt it to remove it. Then lower the heat to a low setting.
- Spread 3/4 cup of marinara sauce evenly on the bottom of a casserole dish measuring around 9x13 inches. Add the remaining marinara sauce to the skillet with cooked ground beef. Pour in half and half while stirring everything together. Remove from heat once combined.
- It's time for layering! Start by arranging half of the ravioli at the bottom of your casserole dish. On top of that layer spread half of your meat sauce mixture evenly. Finally, sprinkle around 1/2 cup of mozzarella cheese on top.
- Continue layering by adding another batch of ravioli followed by pouring in all remaining meat sauce mixture on top distributed across all layers. Finish this layering process by sprinkling any remaining mozzarella cheese.
- Cover your casserole dish, with a lid or aluminum foil before placing it inside your preheated oven for 35 minutes. If you're using foil make sure to apply non-stick cooking spray on one side to prevent the cheese from sticking while baking.
- To finish off switch the oven to broil mode at 450 degrees Fahrenheit (230 degrees Celsius), after baking. Broil, for 1 to 2 minutes keeping an eye on it until the top has a slight golden brown color.
- Out of the oven allow the casserole to cool briefly before serving this cheesy delight while it's still hot. Enjoy!
Notes
To completely enjoy our gluten-free rendition of the Easy Baked Ravioli Casserole it's important to select gluten-free ravioli and guarantee that other ingredients, such as Worcestershire sauce and hot sauce are also free from gluten. Many grocery stores present gluten-free ravioli options made from rice flour or other grains that are safe for a gluten-free diet. Always remember to check product labels and ingredient lists to ensure they align with your dietary needs. By making these substitutions you can indulge in the deliciously cheesy and flavorful casserole without any worries, about gluten.