Fuss Free Ravioli and Cheese Bake

Satisfy your craving for comfort food with this effortless *Fuss Free Ravioli and Cheese Bake*! Perfectly blending tender, cheese-filled ravioli with layers of rich marinara sauce, creamy ricotta, and gooey mozzarella, this dish is a weeknight hero that requires minimal prep but delivers maximum flavor. Topped with a golden, bubbly layer of Parmesan and fresh basil, this one-pan wonder bakes up in just 30 minutes, making it a quick, satisfying dinner for the whole family. Whether you're using fresh or frozen ravioli, the combination of Italian herbs, garlic-infused marinara, and melty cheese creates a crowd-pleasing meal that's sure to be a hit. Serve this cheesy baked pasta with a side of garlic bread or a crisp green salad for a complete, restaurant-quality experience right at home.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 20 ounces Cheese-filled ravioli (fresh or frozen)
• 24 ounces Marinara sauce
• 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup Shredded Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup Ricotta cheese
• 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves (optional)
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil and set aside.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 3

Stir in the marinara sauce, dried Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Let the sauce simmer gently for about 5 minutes, then remove from heat.

Step 4

Spread about 1 cup of the marinara sauce evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

Step 5

Arrange half of the ravioli in a single layer over the sauce. Top with dollops of ricotta cheese, sprinkling half of the shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses over the layer.

Step 6

Pour another cup of marinara sauce over the cheese layer, spreading it evenly. Repeat the layers with the remaining ravioli, ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, and marinara sauce.

Step 7

Finish by sprinkling any remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top to create a cheesy topping.

Step 8

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese on top is bubbly and golden brown.

Step 10

Let the dish rest for about 5 minutes after removing it from the oven. Garnish with fresh basil leaves, if desired, before serving.

Step 11

Serve hot and enjoy the gooey, cheesy goodness!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1882.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3205.5

Total Fat 168.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 86.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 561.5mg	0%
Sodium 7440.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 249.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.4g	0%
Total Sugars 25.6g
Protein 181.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 4263.5mg	0%
Iron 16.6mg	0%
Potassium 1431.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.8%

Protein: 22.5%

Carbs: 30.8%