Description
Make this incredibly simple Lazy Lasagna Casserole using frozen cheese ravioli instead of traditional layered noodles. You get all the rich, cheesy flavor of classic lasagna with minimal effort. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you crave comfort food fast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (24 ounce) package frozen cheese ravioli
- 1 (24 ounce) jar marinara sauce, warmed
- 1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup water or beef broth
- 1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for topping
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Brown the ground beef or sausage in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain off any excess fat.
- Stir in the Italian seasoning and garlic powder into the meat.
- Pour in the warmed marinara sauce and the water or broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, egg, and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese. Mix well.
- Spread half of the meat sauce mixture evenly over the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Arrange the frozen ravioli in a single layer over the sauce. Do not thaw the ravioli first.
- Dollop the ricotta mixture evenly over the layer of ravioli. Gently spread it out if needed.
- Spoon the remaining meat sauce over the ricotta layer.
- Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and the cheese is melted and lightly golden.
- Let the lasagna rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving. Top with extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey for beef or sausage for a lighter option.
- Use your favorite jarred sauce. A good quality sauce makes a big difference here.
- If you prefer a less saucy dish, reduce the water or broth by half.
- This dish freezes well before baking. Cover tightly and freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: Approximately 480
- Sugar: Approximately 10g
- Sodium: Approximately 950mg
- Fat: Approximately 25g
- Saturated Fat: Approximately 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: Varies
- Trans Fat: Less than 1g
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 38g
- Fiber: Approximately 4g
- Protein: Approximately 28g
- Cholesterol: Approximately 85mg