Pioneer Woman Cheese Ravioli Casserole

This easy and delicious Pioneer Woman Cheese Ravioli Casserole is a comforting and hearty meal perfect for any night. With its creamy layers of cheese and savory beef sauce, it’s quick to prepare and packed with flavor. You can easily swap ingredients based on what you have on hand for a simple, customizable dinner.

Ingredients Needed

• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 1/2 lb ground beef
• 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
• 1 (15 oz) can crushed tomatoes
• 2 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 tsp kosher salt (plus extra for pasta water)
• 1 tsp ground black pepper
• 1/3 cup chopped fresh basil (plus more for serving)
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (plus more for serving)
• 1 (22 oz) package frozen cheese and spinach ravioli
• 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese (divided)

How To Make Cheese Ravioli Casserole

1. Cook the Beef Sauce: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add garlic and onion and cook for 6 minutes until the onion is softened. Add ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook for 6-8 minutes until browned. Drain any excess fat, leaving a bit behind for flavor. Stir in both cans of crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat.
2. Cook the Ravioli: Preheat the oven to 375°F. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the ravioli according to package instructions, then drain and set aside. Toss the cooked ravioli with 2 cups of the meat sauce in a large bowl.
3. Assemble the Casserole: Spread 1 cup of the meat sauce in the bottom of a greased 9×13-inch casserole dish. Layer half of the ravioli over the sauce, slightly overlapping them. Spoon half of the remaining meat sauce over the ravioli. Top with 2 cups of shredded mozzarella and 1/4 cup of grated parmesan cheese. Sprinkle with fresh basil and parsley.
4. Layer and Bake: Add the remaining ravioli on top of the cheese layer, overlapping slightly. Spoon the remaining meat sauce over the ravioli, then top with the rest of the mozzarella and parmesan cheese. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until bubbly. Let it sit for 10 minutes before serving.
5. Serve: Sprinkle with additional chopped fresh basil and parsley for garnish before serving. Enjoy!

Recipe Tips

• Don’t Overcook the Ravioli: Be sure to cook the ravioli al dente (firm to the bite) before adding it to the casserole. Overcooked ravioli can become mushy when baked.
• Use Fresh Herbs for More Flavor: Fresh basil and parsley really brighten the dish. Be generous with them, both in the sauce and as a garnish before serving.
• Drain the Beef Well: After cooking the ground beef, drain off the excess fat but leave a little behind. This helps keep the meat moist and flavorful without being greasy.
• Let It Rest Before Serving: After baking, let the casserole rest for 10 minutes. This allows the layers to set, making it easier to serve without the sauce running out.
• Layer the Ingredients Carefully: When layering the ravioli and sauce, make sure to overlap the ravioli slightly. This helps the layers stay together when serving and gives you more even portions.

How To Store & Reheat Leftovers

• Refrigerate: Store leftovers cheese ravioli casserole in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.
• Freeze: Wrap leftovers cheese ravioli casserole tightly and freeze for up to 3 months. To thaw, place it in the fridge overnight and reheat.
• Reheating: Reheat leftovers cheese ravioli casserole in the oven at 375°F for 15 minutes, microwave on high for 2-3 minutes, or heat on the stovetop with a splash of water until hot.
   

Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 502
• Total Fat: 37g
• Saturated Fat: 15g
• Trans Fat: 0.2g
• Cholesterol: 100mg
• Sodium: 1,189mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 21g
• Dietary Fiber: 3g
• Sugars: 8g
• Protein: 23g
• Calcium: 265mg
• Iron: 4mg
• Potassium: 773mg

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Pioneer Woman Cheese Ravioli Casserole

Author: Mohamed Shili Cooking Method:Baking Cuisine:American Courses:Dinner Recipe Keys: P Pioneer Woman Cheese Ravioli Casserole

Difficulty:BeginnerPrep time: 15 minutesCook time: 45 minutesTotal time:1 hour Servings: 6 minutesCalories:502 kcal

Description

This easy and delicious Pioneer Woman Cheese Ravioli Casserole is a comforting and hearty meal perfect for any night. With its creamy layers of cheese and savory beef sauce, it’s quick to prepare and packed with flavor. You can easily swap ingredients based on what you have on hand for a simple, customizable dinner.

Ingredients

• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 1/2 lb ground beef
• 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
• 1 (15 oz) can crushed tomatoes
• 2 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 tsp kosher salt (plus extra for pasta water)
• 1 tsp ground black pepper
• 1/3 cup chopped fresh basil (plus more for serving)
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (plus more for serving)
• 1 (22 oz) package frozen cheese and spinach ravioli
• 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese (divided)

Instructions

1. Cook the Beef Sauce: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add garlic and onion and cook for 6 minutes until the onion is softened. Add ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook for 6-8 minutes until browned. Drain any excess fat, leaving a bit behind for flavor. Stir in both cans of crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat.
2. Cook the Ravioli: Preheat the oven to 375°F. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the ravioli according to package instructions, then drain and set aside. Toss the cooked ravioli with 2 cups of the meat sauce in a large bowl.
3. Assemble the Casserole: Spread 1 cup of the meat sauce in the bottom of a greased 9×13-inch casserole dish. Layer half of the ravioli over the sauce, slightly overlapping them. Spoon half of the remaining meat sauce over the ravioli. Top with 2 cups of shredded mozzarella and 1/4 cup of grated parmesan cheese. Sprinkle with fresh basil and parsley.
4. Layer and Bake: Add the remaining ravioli on top of the cheese layer, overlapping slightly. Spoon the remaining meat sauce over the ravioli, then top with the rest of the mozzarella and parmesan cheese. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until bubbly. Let it sit for 10 minutes before serving.
5. Serve: Sprinkle with additional chopped fresh basil and parsley for garnish before serving. Enjoy!

Notes

• Don’t Overcook the Ravioli: Be sure to cook the ravioli al dente (firm to the bite) before adding it to the casserole. Overcooked ravioli can become mushy when baked.
• Use Fresh Herbs for More Flavor: Fresh basil and parsley really brighten the dish. Be generous with them, both in the sauce and as a garnish before serving.
• Drain the Beef Well: After cooking the ground beef, drain off the excess fat but leave a little behind. This helps keep the meat moist and flavorful without being greasy.
• Let It Rest Before Serving: After baking, let the casserole rest for 10 minutes. This allows the layers to set, making it easier to serve without the sauce running out.
• Layer the Ingredients Carefully: When layering the ravioli and sauce, make sure to overlap the ravioli slightly. This helps the layers stay together when serving and gives you more even portions.

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