šŸ’Ž Million Dollar Ravioli Casserole – Worth Every Bite!

šŸ‘©ā€šŸ³ Step-by-Step Instructions

1ļøāƒ£ Prep & Brown the Meat

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).Ā Grease aĀ 9×13-inch baking dish.
  • In aĀ large skillet, cookĀ ground beef, onion, and garlicĀ overĀ medium heatĀ until beef is browned. Drain excess fat.
  • Stir inĀ marinara sauce & crushed tomatoes. Simmer forĀ 5 minutes.

2ļøāƒ£ Make the Creamy Cheese Layer

  • In aĀ medium bowl, mixĀ ricotta, sour cream, and cream cheeseĀ until smooth.

3ļøāƒ£ Assemble the Casserole

  1. Spread a thin layer of meat sauceĀ on the bottom of the dish.
  2. Layer ½ the frozen ravioli in a single layer.
  3. Spread ricotta mixtureĀ evenly over ravioli.
  4. Sprinkle 1 cup mozzarellaĀ on top.
  5. Add another meat sauce layer, then theĀ remaining ravioli.
  6. Top with remaining sauce, mozzarella, and Parmesan.
  7. Sprinkle Italian seasoning, salt & pepper.

4ļøāƒ£ Bake to Perfection

  • Cover with foilĀ and bake forĀ 30 minutes.
  • Uncover & bake 15 more minutesĀ untilĀ golden & bubbly.
  • Let cool 5 minutes, garnish withĀ parsley (optional).

šŸ”„ Pro Tips for Success

āœ”Ā Use frozen ravioli—no need to thaw!
āœ”Ā Swap beefĀ for Italian sausage or ground turkey.
āœ”Ā Add spinachĀ to the ricotta mix for extra veggies.
āœ”Ā Make aheadĀ & refrigerate overnight before baking.


ā±ļø Time & Nutrition

Prep:Ā 20 mins |Ā Cook:Ā 45 mins |Ā Total:Ā 1 hr 5 mins
Servings:Ā 8 |Ā Calories:Ā ~550 per serving


šŸ½ļø Serving Suggestions

  • Garlic breadĀ for dipping
  • Crisp green salad
  • A glass of red wineĀ šŸ·

ThisĀ Million Dollar Ravioli CasseroleĀ isĀ decadent, easy, and always a hit!Ā šŸ˜‹Ā Try it tonight and taste the luxury!Ā šŸ’–

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