Jennifer Galvan
@jenga13
Make-Ahead Ravioli Lasagna
This Easy Ravioli Lasagna is a delicious make-ahead freezer meal that combines layers of cheese, spinach, and marinara sauce with frozen cheese ravioli. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish can be prepared in advance and baked straight from the freezer for a comforting family dinner.
Details
- Cuisine:italian
- Meal Type:dinner
- Diet:vegetarian
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:10
- Views:6
Recipe Information
- Prep time15 min.
- Cook time1 min.
- Total time16 min.
- Servings8
Ingredients
- as needed
- 1 (10 ounce) package, thawed
- 1 (15 ounce) container
- 1, lightly beaten
- 1/2 teaspoon
- 1/4 teaspoon
- 1/4 teaspoon
- 3 cups, divided
- 2 (22 ounce) packages
- 1 (8 ounce) package
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Make-Ahead Ravioli Lasagna.
Step 1
Start by preheating your oven to a cozy 350°F (175°C).
Step 2
While that warms up, grab a 9x13-inch baking dish and give it a light spray with cooking spray to keep everything from sticking.
Step 3
Now, let’s prepare the star of our dish: the spinach.
Step 4
Take your thawed spinach and squeeze it gently between several layers of paper towels to get rid of any excess moisture.
Step 5
In a medium bowl, combine the spinach with creamy ricotta cheese, a beaten egg, kosher salt, black pepper, and a sprinkle of garlic powder.
Step 6
Mix everything together until it’s beautifully blended.
Step 7
Next, pour a cup of marinara sauce into the bottom of your prepared baking dish, creating a delicious base.
Step 8
Lay half of the frozen ravioli in a single layer over the sauce, making sure they’re evenly spaced.
Step 9
Now, spread another cup of marinara sauce over the ravioli, followed by a generous layer of your ricotta mixture.
Step 10
Top that off with half a cup of shredded mozzarella cheese for that melty goodness.
Step 11
It’s time to add the second layer! Place the remaining ravioli on top, then pour the rest of the marinara sauce over them, finishing with the remaining mozzarella cheese.
Step 12
To keep all those flavors in, cover the dish with parchment paper and then wrap it tightly with foil.
Step 13
If you’re not ready to bake just yet, this lasagna can be frozen for up to a month, making it a perfect make-ahead meal.
Step 14
When you’re ready to enjoy this comforting dish, pop the frozen lasagna into your preheated oven and let it bake for an hour and a half.
Step 15
After that, carefully uncover it and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly, filling your kitchen with an irresistible aroma.
Step 16
Once it’s out of the oven, let the lasagna rest for about 10 minutes before serving.
Step 17
This little pause allows the layers to set, making it easier to slice and serve.
Step 18
Enjoy your delicious homemade lasagna, packed with flavor and warmth!.