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Million Dollar Ravioli Casserole

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Ingredients
  

  • 1 25-ounce bag frozen cheese ravioli: One of the stars of the dish! Use your favorite brand.
  • 3 cups marinara sauce: Store-bought or homemade whatever you have on hand.
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese: Creamy and rich this adds the “million-dollar” touch.
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese: For that ooey-gooey cheesy goodness.
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese: Adds a nutty salty flavor to balance things out.
  • 4 ounces cream cheese softened: The secret ingredient that makes everything extra creamy.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning: To give it a little herbaceous kick.
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley optional: Great for garnish.
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil: To grease your baking dish.

Instructions
 

Preheat Your Oven

  • Set your oven to 375°F (190°C). While it’s preheating, grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil or non-stick spray.

Prepare the Cheesy Mixture

  • In a medium bowl, mix together 1 cup ricotta cheese, 4 ounces softened cream cheese, 1 cup shredded mozzarella, and 1/2 cup grated Parmesan. Stir in 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning until everything is well combined. This creamy mixture is what makes the casserole taste like a million bucks.

Layer It Up

  • Start by spreading 1 cup of marinara sauce on the bottom of your baking dish. Then, layer half of the frozen ravioli over the sauce. Spread half of the cheesy mixture on top, followed by another 1 cup of marinara sauce. Repeat the layers with the remaining ravioli, cheesy mixture, and sauce. Finish with 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese sprinkled on top.

Bake It to Perfection

  • Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  • Let It Rest
  • Once it’s out of the oven, let the casserole sit for about 5-10 minutes. This gives it time to set, making it easier to serve.