This quick version of lasagna uses cheese ravioli instead of going through the hassle of using lasagna noodles and making a bechamel or cheese sauce. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can’t go easier than this!
Ingredients For Ravioli Lasagna
- Lean ground beef
- Onion
- Garlic
- Spaghetti sauce
- Basil
- Oregano
- Parsley flakes
- Red pepper flakes
- Frozen cheese ravioli
- Shredded mozzarella cheese
- Grated Parmesan cheese
How To Make Easy Ravioli Lasagna
- Preheat the oven to 400 F and spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Cook the ground beef along with the onion and garlic in a large skillet over medium-high heat until no pink is left. Mix in the spaghetti sauce, basil, oregano, parsley, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Layer the lasagna like this:
- ⅓ meat sauce
- ½ ravioli
- ½ shredded mozzarella cheese
- ⅓ meat sauce
- ½ ravioli
- ⅓ meat sauce
- ½ shredded mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese
- Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes.
Can I Make This Ahead Of Time?
Yes, you can assemble the lasagna in advance, cover it with foil, and refrigerate it until you are ready to bake it.
How Do I Stor Leftovers?
You should place the leftovers in an airtight container and store them in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Quick & Easy Ravioli Lasagna Recipe
Equipment
- Large skillet
- 9x13-inch baking dish
- Oven
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lb lean ground beef
- ½ cup onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 32 oz jar spaghetti sauce
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp parsley flakes
- ½ tsp salt
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 25 oz frozen cheese ravioli (or your favorite)
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese, freshly shredded
- ⅓ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 F and spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Cook the ground beef along with the onion and garlic in a large skillet over medium-high heat until no pink is left. Mix in the spaghetti sauce, basil, oregano, parsley, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Layer the lasagna like this:- ⅓ meat sauce- ½ ravioli- ½ shredded mozzarella cheese- ⅓ meat sauce- ½ ravioli- ⅓ meat sauce- ½ shredded mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese
- Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes.
Nutrition
Frequently Asked Questions about Ravioli Lasagna Recipe
1. Can I Skip The Meat For A Vegetarian Version?
Yes, you can! You can substitute meat with chopped mushrooms, spinach, or sliced eggplant for a vegetarian meal.
2. What If I Don’t Have Unshredded Mozzarella?
You can use pre-shredded mozzarella, but keep in mind it will not melt as good as freshly shredded cheese. The pre-shredded one has anticaking ingredients that prevent it from melting properly.
3. Do I Need To Thaw The Ravioli Before Using It?
No! You can use the frozen ravioli. In fact, adding them frozen will help the dish structure and prevent it from being soggy.
4. How Can I Prevent My Lasagna From Being Too Dry?
By covering each layer with sauce and cheese and covering the dish with foil, you are keeping the moisture in.
5. What’s The Best Way To Layer The Ingredients?
The best way is meat, ravioli, cheese, meat, ravioli, meat, cheese.
6. What Should I Serve With Ravioli Lasagna?
All you need to make a complete meal out of your lasagna is a side salad and toasted, crusty bread!
7. Can I Use Any Type Of Ravioli?
You certainly can! You can use cheese, meat, sausage, or even spinach ravioli.
8. What If I Don’t Have A Baking Dish?
Any oven-safe dish or skillet will do as long as it can hold all the layers.
Teresa Slusnys
Wednesday 23rd of October 2024
Diane
Thursday 22nd of August 2024
How to reheat?
admin
Friday 30th of August 2024
You can either reheat in the microwave or in the oven. I recommend covering the dish with foil if reheating in the oven.