Million Dollar Ravioli Casserole Recipe
The Million Dollar Ravioli Casserole is a creamy, cheesy, and savory dish with layers of beef, marinara sauce, ravioli, and a rich cheese blend. It's easy to make, family-friendly, and packed with flavor—perfect for comfort food lovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (25 oz) frozen cheese ravioli
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant. Add ground beef, cook until browned, then drain excess fat.
- Stir in marinara sauce, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix cottage cheese, ricotta, sour cream, and 1 cup of mozzarella.
- In a baking dish, layer half the ravioli, followed by the cheese mixture, half the meat sauce, and the remaining ravioli.
- Top with the remaining meat sauce, mozzarella, and Parmesan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute ground beef with sausage or ground turkey.
- Frozen ravioli doesn't need to be thawed before layering.
- Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving for easier slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 1050mg