Description

If you’re craving a quick, indulgent dinner idea that delivers big comfort with minimal effort, Million Dollar Ravioli Lasagna is your new go-to. With layers of cheesy ravioli, creamy ricotta and cream cheese filling, rich meat sauce, and bubbling mozzarella, it’s the perfect easy recipe that feels like a gourmet indulgence. This dish combines the convenience of frozen ravioli with the decadence of a traditional lasagna, making it ideal for busy weeknights, cozy Sunday dinners, or when you’re looking for crowd-pleasing food ideas that won’t let you down. Whether you’re into breakfast ideas, dinner ideas, or a satisfying snack, this million-dollar creation fits any meal plan beautifully.

Ingredients

1 bag (25 oz) frozen cheese ravioli

1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage

1 jar (24 oz) marinara or pasta sauce

1 cup ricotta cheese

4 oz cream cheese, softened

1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 tsp Italian seasoning

1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking spray or butter for greasing

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
In a skillet, cook ground beef or sausage over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
Add marinara sauce to the skillet, stir, and simmer for 5–10 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
In a bowl, mix ricotta, cream cheese, and 1/4 cup Parmesan until creamy.
Spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom of the baking dish.
Add half of the frozen ravioli over the sauce.
Spread half of the cheese mixture over the ravioli.
Spoon half of the remaining meat sauce over the cheese layer.
Repeat the layers: ravioli, cheese mixture, and sauce.
Top with mozzarella and remaining Parmesan cheese.
Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
Remove foil and bake another 10–15 minutes until golden and bubbly.
Let rest for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley if desired.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
Category: Dinner