Cheesy Beefy Ravioli Bake: A Hearty One-Dish Italian Dinner
Beefy Baked Ravioli: A Hearty Italian-Inspired Dinner
If you’re craving a comforting bowl of cheesy, meaty ravioli tonight, this beefy baked ravioli hits all the right notes with layers of savory ground beef, rich tomato sauce, and melted mozzarella.
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Ingredients for Perfect Baked Ravioli
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 (20-ounce) package cheese ravioli
- 1 (24-ounce) jar marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)
How to Bake Beefy Ravioli Step-by-Step
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil.
- Brown the Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add ground beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook until no longer pink, about 5–7 minutes. Drain fat.
- Add the Sauce: Stir in marinara sauce and let the mixture simmer for 3–4 minutes until flavors meld.
- First Layer: Spread half of the meat sauce evenly on the bottom of the baking dish. Arrange half of the ravioli in a single layer over the sauce.
- Cheese Layer: Sprinkle half of the mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses over the ravioli.
- Repeat Layers: Add remaining sauce, ravioli, and top with the rest of the cheeses.
- Bake to Perfection: Cover with foil and bake 20 minutes. Remove foil; bake 10 more minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Rest & Garnish: Let stand 5 minutes. Sprinkle with chopped fresh basil before serving.
Nutrition Facts per Serving
Calories: 465 kcal | Fat: 24 g | Carbs: 31 g | Protein: 31 g | Sodium: 746 mg
Flavorful Tips for the Ultimate Ravioli Bake
- Add Heat: Sprinkle in red pepper flakes for a mild kick of spice.
- Veggie Boost: Stir in sautéed spinach or mushrooms into the sauce for extra nutrition.
- Make-Ahead Magic: Assemble the dish the night before, cover, and refrigerate. Bake when ready.
With this recipe tucked into your dinner rotation, you’re all set for a cozy, crowd-pleasing meal built around the magic of baked ravioli.
Originally inspired by AllRecipes Beefy Baked Ravioli
Beefy Baked Ravioli
This hearty beefy baked ravioli is the ultimate Italian-inspired comfort food, layering tender cheese ravioli with meaty tomato sauce and gooey melted cheese.
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add ground beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook until no longer pink, about 5–7 minutes. Drain fat.
- Stir in marinara sauce and let the mixture simmer for 3–4 minutes until flavors meld.
- Spread half of the meat sauce evenly on the bottom of the baking dish. Arrange half of the ravioli in a single layer over the sauce.
- Sprinkle half of the mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses over the ravioli.
- Add remaining sauce, ravioli, and top with the rest of the cheeses.
- Cover with foil and bake 20 minutes. Remove foil; bake 10 more minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let stand 5 minutes. Sprinkle with chopped fresh basil before serving.
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