Million Dollar Ravioli Casserole

This easy Million Dollar Ravioli Casserole is the perfect solution for busy days. You crave a satisfying, homemade dinner. You don’t need to spend all day in the kitchen. This family-approved recipe is packed with layers of delicious meat sauce, ravioli, a combination of creamy cheeses and zesty spices. It’s a family favorite, perfect for weeknight dinners.

This Million Dollar Ravioli Casserole is a simpler take on lasagna. It’s an Italian-inspired dish that hits all the comfort food notes. The savory Italian sausage packs in protein, while your favorite jarred spaghetti sauce gives it that rich tomato flavor. A mix of cottage cheese, cream cheese, Parmesan, and sour cream forms a cheesy layer that’s both gooey and satisfying. Ravioli pasta adds a delicious twist to this casserole. Top it with shredded mozzarella that bakes to a bubbly, golden perfection. It’s guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser!

Best of all? This recipe comes together quickly! It’s also easily doubled and is ideal for meal planning. It can be a make-ahead meal. Your future self will thank you for it when time is tight and you have a family to feed!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Perfect for busy days
• Minimal prep work
• Easy layering assembly of pantry-staple ingredients
• This ravioli casserole is freezer-friendly and perfect for meal planning
• It’s customizable, so you can switch out ingredients and make a different version every time!

Ingredients

Italian Sausage – gives a zesty meatiness and protein to the dish. Can swap for hot sausage, ground beef or ground turkey.
Spaghetti Sauce – a jar of your favorite brand.
Cottage Cheese – adds a tanginess to the multi-cheese layer.
Cream Cheese – softened, so that it mixes well and without clumps.
Sour Cream – adds tang and smoothness to the cheesy layer.
Garlic Powder – adds spice to the cheese mixture. It provides a zesty seasoning.
Parmesan Cheese – grated, to give texture. It adds saltiness and tang to the cheese mixture.
Frozen Cheese Ravioli – use your favorite brand.
Mozzarella Cheese – cheesy goodness for the top layer of the casserole.
Chopped Parsley – optional garnish

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350° F and spray a 9×13 baking dish with non-stick cooking spray and set aside.
2. In a medium pan, brown the sausage and drain the fat. Stir in the spaghetti sauce, turn off the heat, and set aside.
3. In a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese, cream cheese, sour cream, Parmesan cheese, and garlic powder; stir. Add the ravioli and stir to coat everything.
4. Spread the ravioli cheese mixture on the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Pour the meat sauce all over the top of the ravioli and spread it out evenly.
5. Top with mozzarella cheese and bake uncovered for 45 minutes. Let it sit for 10 minutes before serving. You can top with chopped parsley before serving if you’d like.

Do I Need To Cook The Ravioli?

No. Mix the frozen ravioli into the cheese mixture. The ravioli will cook itself in the oven as the casserole bakes.

Variations

• Meat: swap out the Italian sausage for ground beef, ground turkey, or a combination. You can also omit the meat altogether for a Vegetarian meal.
• Vegetarian: omit the meat and add in sautéed vegetables like mushrooms, zucchini, and bell peppers.
• Cottage Cheese: swap it out for ricotta cheese
• Pasta: swap the cheese ravioli for beef-filled or veggie-filled ravioli.

What To Serve With Million Dollar Ravioli Casserole

This casserole is ideal served with bread. I like to serve it with my Cheesy Garlic Bread or my Italian Garlic Herb Parker Dinner Rolls. A side salad would also be tasty. For dessert, stay inspired with Italian cuisine. Serve a slice of my Italian Cream Cake. Or try a refreshing slice of Lemon Tiramisu.

Is This Freezer Friendly?

Yes. Assemble the entire casserole as you would before baking. You can store it in the fridge for up to 2 days if it is tightly covered before baking. Alternatively, you can store it in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before baking.

Storage

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. To reheat, place leftovers in a baking dish and cover with foil. Reheat in a preheated 350°F oven for approximately 30 minutes or until heated through. You may need to add a splash of water if the casserole leftovers are dry. You can also microwave the leftovers in intervals until warmed through.

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