Million Dollar Ravioli Casserole

Step 1

1️⃣ Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

Step 2

2️⃣ In a large skillet, cook the ground beef, chopped onion, and minced garlic over medium heat until the beef is browned and the onion is softened. Drain any excess fat.

Step 3

3️⃣ Stir in the marinara sauce and crushed tomatoes. Let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes.

Step 4

4️⃣ In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, sour cream, and softened cream cheese. Mix until smooth and creamy.

Step 5

5️⃣ Spread a thin layer of the meat sauce across the bottom of the greased baking dish.

Step 6

6️⃣ Place half of the frozen cheese ravioli in a single layer over the meat sauce.

Step 7

7️⃣ Evenly spread the ricotta mixture over the ravioli layer.

Step 8

8️⃣ Sprinkle 1 cup of the shredded mozzarella cheese over the ricotta layer.

Step 9

9️⃣ Add another layer of meat sauce over the mozzarella.

Step 10

🔟 Place the remaining frozen ravioli over the sauce in a single layer.

Step 11

1️⃣1️⃣ Top with the remaining meat sauce, followed by the rest of the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.

Step 12

1️⃣2️⃣ Sprinkle Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper on top.

Step 13

1️⃣3️⃣ Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.

Step 14

1️⃣4️⃣ Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling.

Step 15

1️⃣5️⃣ Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy!