Ravioli Lasagna Recipe – Lazy Lasagna, just 4 Ingredients!

This Ravioli Lasagna recipe aka Lazy Lasagna is a delicious baked ravioli casserole. It features meat sauce layers and plenty of gooey mozzarella cheese. A yummy easy family dinner with just 4 ingredients!

Lazy Lasagna

Ravioli Lasagna is also called lazy lasagna because it is much easier to prepare than a regular Italian lasagna. You still get all the favor and elements of lasagna, just way less fuss.

Frozen ravioli are laid out in layers with cheese, meat and sauce. Yes, the ravioli go right into the casserole frozen. There is no need to thaw them!

Not only is this baked ravioli lasagna easy to make it only requires 4 ingredients! Shopping could not be simpler.

The layers of cheese ravioli are a great substitute for both the lasagna noodles and the ricotta or bechamel sauce in a traditional lasagna. The ravioli lasagna is easier to portion too, as the grid of ravioli makes a great guide.

Baked Ravioli Dinner

This is an easy and hearty weeknight dinner option. Serve with a simple green salad with a vinaigrette, Italian breadsticks, and a sauteed veggies on the side.  For a complete Sunday supper that the whole family will adore! 

How to Make Ravioli Lasagna

Let’s walk through the process of making this lazy lasagna with pictures. No worries, it’s easy. Even those new to cooking can handle this recipe. Printable recipe card is below, if you just need that.

The recipe makes 8 servings

Ingredients Needed

• lean ground beef (feel free to use ground Italian sausage if you prefer)
• spaghetti sauce
• frozen square cheese ravioli (no need to thaw)
• shredded mozzarella cheese

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 350F degrees.
2. In a medium to large skillet, crumble and brown the ground beef over medium heat until completely browned. Drain off the excess fat.
3. Reserve ¾ cup of the spaghetti sauce; set aside. Add the remaining spaghetti sauce to the skillet with the ground beef. Stir well then cover and simmer over medium-low heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Spread ¼ cup of the reserved spaghetti sauce into the bottom of a 9×13 inch glass baking dish. Arrange one third of the frozen ravioli in a single layer in the pan.
5. Top the ravioli in the pan with half of the ground beef mixture, then sprinkle with 1/3 cup of the shredded mozzarella cheese.
6. Place another 1/3 of the frozen ravioli in a single layer over the meat sauce and cheese. Top with the rest of the meat sauce and another 1/3 cup of the shredded mozzarella cheese.
7. Place the final 1/3 of the frozen ravioli on top of the casserole. Top with the remaining ½ cup of the spaghetti sauce. Sprinkle with the remaining 2/3 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese.
8. Bake the casserole at 350 degrees F for 30-40 minutes. When the cheese is melted and beginning to bubble and crisp around the edges, it is done.

Casserole Family Dinners

Here are a few more easy comfort food family dinners you can make right in a casserole dish or lasagna pan.

• Philly Cheesesteak Casserole
• Italian Chicken and Veggie Ravioli Bake
• French Chicken Pot Pie Casserole
• Spiced Roast Chicken Breasts and Potatoes: Easy Dinner Recipe

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Ravioli Lasagna Recipe

Prep Time

15 mins

Cook Time

35 mins

Total Time

50 mins

 

Ravioli Lasagna recipe aka Lazy Lasagna is a delicious baked ravioli casserole. It features meat sauce layers and plenty of gooey mozzarella cheese.

Course: Casserole

Cuisine: American, Italian

Keyword: baked ravioli casserole, lazy lasagna, ravioli lasagna

Servings: 8

Calories: 479 kcal

Author: Robin Gagnon

Ingredients

• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 24 ounces marinara or choice of pasta sauce
• 25 ounce frozen cheese ravioli square shaped (no need to thaw)
• 1 1/3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese divided

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350F degrees.
2. In a medium skillet, crumble and brown the ground beef over medium heat until completely browned. Drain off the excess fat.
3. Reserve ¾ cup of the spaghetti sauce; set aside. Add the remaining spaghetti sauce to the skillet with the ground beef. Stir well then cover and simmer over medium-low heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Spread ¼ cup of the reserved spaghetti sauce into the bottom of a 9x13 inch glass baking dish. Arrange one third of the frozen ravioli in a single layer in the pan.
5. Top the ravioli in the pan with half of the ground beef mixture, then sprinkle with 1/3 cup of the shredded mozzarella cheese.
6. Place another 1/3 of the frozen ravioli in a single layer over the meat sauce and cheese. Top with the rest of the meat sauce and another 1/3 cup of the shredded mozzarella cheese.
7. Place the final 1/3 of the frozen ravioli on top of the casserole. Top with the remaining ½ cup of the spaghetti sauce. Sprinkle with the remaining 2/3 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese.
8. Bake the casserole at 350F for 30-40 minutes, until the cheese is completely melted and beginning to bubble around the edges.

Nutrition Facts

Ravioli Lasagna Recipe

Amount Per Serving

Calories 479 Calories from Fat 171

% Daily Value*

Fat 19g29%

Saturated Fat 7g44%

Cholesterol 98mg33%

Sodium 739mg32%

Potassium 492mg14%

Carbohydrates 44g15%

Fiber 4g17%

Sugar 7g8%

Protein 31g62%

Vitamin A 494IU10%

Vitamin C 6mg7%

Calcium 128mg13%

Iron 12mg67%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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