OMG, I tried this last night and my taste buds are still partying! Never thought something this tasty could be so easy to whip up. Now I’ve got everyone at home asking for seconds and thirds

This Ravioli Lasagna Bake is the perfect shortcut to a cozy, cheesy dinner without the fuss of boiling noodles or spending hours in the kitchen. Using store-bought ravioli not only saves time but also adds a creamy filling all on its own, creating a golden, bubbling casserole that tastes like it’s been simmering all day.

I first tried this recipe on a hectic weeknight when a lasagna craving struck. With frozen cheese ravioli, layers of marinara, mozzarella, and ricotta, it quickly became a family favorite. The pan disappeared before leftovers were even an option, and it’s now a staple in our dinner rotation.

What makes this dish so versatile is how easy it is to customize. Swap ravioli flavors—spinach and cheese for something lighter or meat-filled ravioli for a heartier option. Add vegetables like zucchini, mushrooms, or spinach to make it extra nutritious without anyone noticing.

And when you pull it from the oven, with its melty cheese and rich sauce, it looks like a restaurant-worthy meal—even if it came together in under an hour.

📝 Ingredients

Ingredient	Amount	Notes
Olive oil	1 tbsp	—
Ground beef or Italian sausage	1 lb	—
Onion	1 small	diced
Garlic	3 cloves	minced
Marinara sauce	24 oz	jar
Crushed tomatoes	14 oz	can
Italian seasoning	1 tsp	—
Salt & black pepper	To taste	—
Cheese ravioli	2 packages (25 oz each)	frozen, do not thaw
Mozzarella cheese	2 cups	shredded
Ricotta cheese	1 cup	optional
Parmesan cheese	½ cup	grated
Fresh parsley	2 tbsp	chopped, for garnish

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Make the meat sauce
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add ground beef and onion; cook 6–8 minutes until browned and softened.
Stir in garlic and cook 1 more minute.

Step 2: Add the sauce
Mix in marinara, crushed tomatoes, and Italian seasoning.
Season with salt and pepper and let simmer 5–7 minutes. Remove from heat.

Step 3: Assemble the bake
Spread 1 cup of sauce in the bottom of a 9×13-inch dish.
Layer half the ravioli over the sauce.
Top with half of the remaining sauce, spoonfuls of ricotta (if using), and half the mozzarella and Parmesan.
Repeat layers with remaining ravioli, sauce, ricotta, and cheeses.

Step 4: Bake
Cover with foil and bake 25 minutes.
Remove foil and bake 10 more minutes, until cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden.

Step 5: Serve
Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with chopped parsley.