Ravioli “Lasagna” Recipe
🕒 Total Time: 45 minutes
🥄 Prep Time: 10 minutes
🔥 Cook Time: 35 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 4
Description
This Ravioli “Lasagna” recipe is a lifesaver for those last-minute dinner dilemmas. With its ease of preparation and delightful flavors, it’s a hit with both kids and adults alike. Packed with cheesy goodness and nutritious spinach, it’s a comforting dish that’s ready in no time!
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Frozen chopped spinach |
| 1 | Mozzarella cheese |
| 1 | Parmesan cheese |
| 1 | Jar of pasta sauce |
| 1/2 | Box of frozen ravioli |
Instructions
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Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350 degrees F.
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Prepare Baking Dish: Coat a 13-by-9 inch baking dish with cooking spray, ensuring an even distribution.
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Layer Sauce: Spoon a third of the pasta sauce onto the bottom of the prepared baking dish, creating a smooth layer.
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Arrange Ravioli: Arrange 12 pieces of frozen ravioli on top of the sauce layer, ensuring they are evenly spaced out.
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Add Spinach: Sprinkle the frozen chopped spinach over the layer of ravioli, distributing it evenly for a balanced taste.
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Cheese Layer: Now, it’s time for the cheesy goodness! Sprinkle half of the mozzarella and parmesan cheese over the spinach layer, ensuring every bite is packed with flavor.
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Repeat Layers: Create another layer by adding another set of frozen ravioli on top of the cheese layer. Follow this with the remaining pasta sauce, ensuring an even distribution.
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Final Cheese Layer: Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and parmesan cheese over the top layer of sauce, ensuring a cheesy crust once baked.
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Cover and Bake: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil, ensuring it’s tightly sealed. Place it in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
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Uncover and Bake: After 25 minutes, remove the foil cover and bake for an additional 5 to 10 minutes, or until the dish is bubbly and the cheese is golden brown.
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Serve Hot: Once baked to perfection, remove the Ravioli “Lasagna” from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 426.5
- Fat Content: 22.3g
- Saturated Fat Content: 11.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 60mg
- Sodium Content: 1455.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 33.5g
- Fiber Content: 7.5g
- Sugar Content: 19.6g
- Protein Content: 23.7g
Recipe Notes
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Frozen Ravioli: Using frozen ravioli not only saves time but also adds a delightful texture to this dish. Feel free to use your favorite type of ravioli, whether it’s cheese-filled or spinach and ricotta.
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Pasta Sauce: Opt for your favorite jarred pasta sauce to save time. Marinara, tomato basil, or roasted garlic sauces work wonderfully in this recipe.
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Cheese Variations: While mozzarella and parmesan cheese create a classic Italian flavor, you can experiment with different cheese blends such as provolone, fontina, or asiago for a unique twist.
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Customize with Additions: Feel free to customize this recipe by adding cooked ground beef, Italian sausage, or sautéed vegetables between the layers for added flavor and texture.
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Make-Ahead Option: This Ravioli “Lasagna” can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated until ready to bake. Simply cover tightly with foil and store in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before baking as directed.
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Freezer Friendly: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container and frozen for up to 3 months. To reheat, simply thaw overnight in the refrigerator and bake in a preheated oven until heated through.
Enjoy this Ravioli “Lasagna” as a quick and satisfying meal any day of the week!
