Baked ravioli lasagna with marinara sauce and melted cheese in a casserole dish

Lazy Lasagna (Ravioli Bake)

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Introduction

Lazy Lasagna (Ravioli Bake) is the ultimate shortcut to traditional lasagna without all the layering fuss. One evening, I wanted the rich comfort of lasagna but had zero energy for boiling noodles and prepping sauce. Then came the brilliant idea—why not use frozen ravioli? Just layer, bake, and boom—lasagna magic with a fraction of the effort! This dish delivers all the cheesy, saucy satisfaction you crave and is perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, or feeding a hungry family.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 1 (25 oz) bag frozen cheese ravioli (no need to thaw)
  • 2 cups marinara or pasta sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Optional Add-ins:

  • 1 cup cooked ground beef or sausage
  • ½ cup ricotta cheese
  • Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
  • Red pepper flakes (for a spicy kick)

Directions

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  1. Preheat Oven:
    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Layer Ingredients:
    Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of the baking dish. Arrange half of the frozen ravioli in a single layer over the sauce. Spoon over more marinara, sprinkle with mozzarella and parmesan, and add any desired meat or ricotta.
  3. Repeat Layers:
    Add another layer of ravioli, top with the remaining sauce, and finish with mozzarella, parmesan, and a sprinkle of Italian seasoning.
  4. Bake Covered:
    Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  5. Bake Uncovered:
    Remove the foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  6. Rest & Serve:
    Let the bake rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and serve warm.
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Tips & Tricks

  • Freezer Friendly: Assemble ahead and freeze unbaked. Add 10-15 minutes to the bake time if cooking from frozen.
  • Meat Lover’s Option: Browned ground sausage or beef makes this extra hearty.
  • Extra Cheesy: Dot the middle layer with dollops of ricotta for a creamier bite.
  • Make It Veggie: Use spinach or mushroom ravioli and add sautéed veggies to the layers.

This is just one example, if you want to vary your table every night, here we have 12 good lazy dinner, and 5 Best Serving Options for Lazy Lasagna.

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