Summary for Million Dollar Ravioli Casserole: A Dish Worth Every Bite
Million Dollar Ravioli Casserole is a decadent yet simple dish combining layers of creamy cheese, hearty marinara, tender cheese ravioli, and melty mozzarella. This comforting, crowd-pleasing casserole is perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or family gatherings.
Ingredients
- 25 ounces frozen cheese ravioli
- 1 pound ground beef
- 28 ounces marinara sauce
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups grated mozzarella cheese divided
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Cook the Beef: In a skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat, then stir in marinara sauce and let it simmer for a few minutes.
- Make Cheese Mixture: Combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and salt in a bowl. Mix until smooth.
- Assemble Layers:
- Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce in the baking dish.
- Add half of the frozen ravioli in a single layer.
- Spread half of the cheese mixture over the ravioli.
- Sprinkle 1 cup of mozzarella over the cheese mixture.
- Repeat layers, finishing with the remaining mozzarella.
- Bake: Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 15 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Cool and Serve: Let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley or Parmesan, if desired.