Ravioli Lasagna

 Ravioli Lasagna (Easy Layered Bake)

Ingredients

• 1 (700–800 g / 24–25 oz) bag frozen cheese ravioli

• 500 g (1 lb) ground beef or Italian sausage (optional)

• 3 cups marinara sauce

• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

• ½ cup grated Parmesan

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• Salt & pepper to taste

• Fresh basil or parsley (optional)

 Instructions

1️⃣ Preheat

• Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F).

• Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

2️⃣ Cook the Meat (if using)

• Brown ground beef or sausage in a skillet.

• Drain excess fat.

• Stir in 2 cups marinara sauce and seasonings.

(Skip this step for a vegetarian version.)

3️⃣ Layer (No Need to Boil Ravioli!)

1. Spread a thin layer of sauce on the bottom.

2. Arrange a single layer of frozen ravioli.

3. Spoon meat sauce (or plain sauce).

4. Sprinkle mozzarella.

5. Repeat layers.

6. Finish with sauce, remaining mozzarella, and Parmesan on top.

4️⃣ Bake

• Cover with foil and bake 30 minutes.

• Remove foil and bake another 10–15 minutes until bubbly and golden.

• Rest 10 minutes before slicing.

 Tips

• Add ricotta between layers for extra creaminess.

• Mix spinach into the sauce for a veggie boost.

• Use beef ravioli for an extra hearty version.