Description

Million Dollar Ravioli Lasagna Layers is a comforting, cheesy baked pasta dish that layers frozen cheese ravioli with savory ground beef marinara and rich cream cheese mixtures, topped with mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses for a decadent, crowd-pleasing meal. This easy-to-make casserole offers a delicious twist on traditional lasagna that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients

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Meat and Sauce

1 lb ground beef
1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce

Pasta

25 oz frozen cheese ravioli

Cheese Mixture

8 oz cream cheese
1 cup ricotta cheese
1 egg
Italian seasoning, to taste
Salt, to taste
Pepper, to taste

Toppings

2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup Parmesan cheese

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Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the lasagna.
Cook the Ground Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef thoroughly. Drain the excess fat to keep the dish from being greasy. Stir in the marinara sauce and allow it to simmer for a few minutes to meld the flavors.
Prepare the Cheese Mixture: In a separate bowl, combine the cream cheese, ricotta cheese, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
Assemble the Lasagna: In a baking dish, spread a layer of the beef and marinara sauce mixture. Add a layer of frozen ravioli on top, then spoon over a layer of the cheese mixture. Sprinkle a portion of shredded mozzarella cheese. Repeat layering these ingredients until all are used, finishing with a layer of mozzarella on top.
Add Parmesan and Bake: Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese evenly over the top layer. Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and the lasagna is heated through.
Rest and Serve: Remove the lasagna from the oven and let it sit for 5 minutes before serving. This resting time helps the layers set and makes slicing easier.

Notes

Using frozen ravioli saves time and adds convenience, but make sure to layer without thawing to maintain structure.
Drain excess fat from the ground beef to avoid a greasy final dish.
Letting the lasagna rest before serving enhances the texture and flavor distribution.
You can customize the seasoning in the cheese mixture to taste, adding more Italian herbs or spices if desired.
This dish can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated before baking for convenience.