Million Dollar Ravioli Casserole Recipe
This Million Dollar Ravioli Casserole combines cheese-filled or meat ravioli with a creamy cheese mixture, ground beef, marinara sauce, and plenty of mozzarella for a decadent, comforting meal. It’s a baked pasta dish that layers flavor and texture, making it a family favorite for easy dinners or gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bag (24 oz) frozen cheese or meat ravioli
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: Fresh parsley, crushed red pepper flakes, extra Parmesan
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook ravioli according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat. Add marinara sauce and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, mix ricotta cheese, cream cheese, sour cream, and half of the Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- In a 9x13-inch baking dish, layer half the cooked ravioli, followed by the cheese mixture, ground beef sauce, and half of the mozzarella.
- Repeat the layers and finish with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden. Garnish with optional toppings before serving.
Notes
- Fresh ravioli can be used for a quicker cook time.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a bit of heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 1200mg