Combine the cheesy goodness of ravioli with the rich, savory flavors of a classic lasagna in this family-friendly dish. Easy to assemble and perfect for weeknights or potlucks, it delivers layers of flavor without the usual hassle.
1 pound ground beef
1 small onion, diced
24 ounces marinara sauce
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups ricotta cheese
1 large egg
¼ cup shredded parmesan cheese
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley, plus more for garnish
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
25 ounces frozen cheese ravioli
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat
Add the diced onion and saute until softened
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds
Pour in the marinara sauce and bring to a simmer
Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer while you prepare the ricotta mixture
In a bowl, combine ricotta, egg, parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, garlic powder, and onion powder
Mix well until smooth
In a 9×13 inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom
Arrange a layer of frozen ravioli evenly over the sauce
Spoon half of the ricotta mixture over the ravioli
Sprinkle a small amount of mozzarella cheese over the ricotta layer
Repeat the layers: sauce, ravioli, ricotta mixture, mozzarella cheese
Top the final layer with marinara sauce and a full layer of mozzarella cheese
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes
Uncover and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the top is bubbly and lightly golden
Allow the ravioli lasagna to rest for 5 minutes before serving
Use frozen cheese ravioli to save prep time
The layers can be assembled ahead of time and baked later as needed
Leftover lasagna can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months
Find it online: https://www.claricerecipes.com/ravioli-lasagna-recipe/