Oven-Baked Ravioli

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This Oven-Baked Ravioli Recipe is the simple weeknight dish you should have in your kitchen. Just five ingredients are all it takes to prepare this cheesy, filling meal.
With the chaos of work, school, sports, and other engagements, the week can become hectic. This often makes it challenging to prepare dinner. But now, this baked ravioli recipe makes it easy.
A few ingredients are all that’s necessary. I assure you that your family will enjoy the rich, cheesy flavor of this pasta.
You will appreciate how minimal the ingredients are and how straightforward it is to make.

Ingredients required:

FROZEN CHEESE RAVIOLI:

In this dish, I choose to use cheese ravioli. It’s a favorite among my kids as well. You can swap in your preferred frozen stuffed ravioli.

MARINARA SAUCE:

To simplify this recipe, I opt for store-bought marinara sauce.

MOZZARELLA:

This is one ingredient I believe should not be compromised on; I strongly suggest grating the mozzarella cheese yourself. I find that it tastes more delicious and melts better compared to pre-shredded varieties.

PARMESAN CHEESE:

It’s best to grate this yourself as well.

BASIL:

Fresh basil that is chopped adds a pop of color and a sweet flavor. It’s an ideal topping for this pasta.

Step by Step Directions :

Making Baked Ravioli is quite simple. Follow these step-by-step images and instructions to learn how.

Spread some sauce on the bottom, and layer with a single row of ravioli.
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella on top.
Repeat layers.
Bake.

STEP 1:

Begin by spreading some marinara sauce at the bottom of a 13×9 baking dish. Arrange half of the ravioli on top in a single layer.

STEP 2:

Add half of the mozzarella on top and then repeat the layers.

STEP 3:

Cover and cook at 400 degrees for 20 minutes. After that, remove the cover and bake for another 20 minutes or until the edges are bubbly and the cheese has melted.

STEP 4:

Finish by sprinkling shredded parmesan and chopped basil on top. Serve.

Storing Leftovers:

Keep any remaining portions in the fridge and consume within three days. Reheat for a minute or two in the microwave.
As I mentioned, my family adored this baked ravioli and I was thrilled at how easy it was to make. It is rich, cheesy, and filling, making our busy weeknights much more manageable. I consider that a success!

Recipe FAQ:

Is it necessary to defrost frozen ravioli before baking?

Not at all! No need to thaw for this recipe.

Why shouldn’t you use pre-shredded cheese?

I seldom use pre-shredded cheese. This is because anti-caking agents are added to prevent clumping, which affects how well the cheese melts. Shredding your own cheese from a block provides a better taste and texture.