Million Dollar Ravioli Casserole | The Recipe Critic

Million Dollar Ravioli Casserole is a flavorful casserole version of the classic! It’s easy to make with mouthwatering layers of cheesy ravioli, meat sauce, and melted mozzarella cheese on top. This is a comforting, family-friendly dinner that you’ll be craving on repeat!

Ingredients Needed For Baked Ravioli Casserole

This million-dollar ravioli casserole is so easy to put together! You’re going to love the fact that it uses frozen cheese ravioli that bakes up perfectly in the oven. For exact measurements, scroll down to the recipe card at the bottom.

• Olive Oil: For browning the meat.
• Lean Ground Beef: I like to use lean ground beef for this recipe. It’s less greasy but still has tons of great flavor.
• Minced Garlic: Adds a little extra zip and aromatic delight.
• Dried Italian Seasoning: Try my homemade Italian seasoning for delicious Italian flavor!
• Marinara Sauce: You can use homemade marinara sauce or jarred.

• Frozen Cheese Ravioli: This makes this meal easy and super tasty!
• Cream Cheese: Provides a rich, creamy texture.
• Sour Cream: Makes the sauce creamy and adds a subtle tangy flavor.
• Ricotta Cheese: Adds a creamy cheese texture to the dish.
• Cheese: Both mozzarella cheese and parmesan cheese are melted on top!

Let’s Make Million Dollar Ravioli Casserole!

Whether you’re serving guests or it’s just a busy weeknight, this meal is always a winner! And if your kids are anything like mine, they’ll be begging for it all the time. Follow my directions below to have dinner on the table in an hour.

Meat Sauce

1. Brown the Meat: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until it is no longer pink. Be sure to drain any excess oil.
2. Sauté the Garlic: Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in Italian seasoning and salt to taste.
3. Add Marinara: Turn off the heat and stir in 2 cups of marinara sauce.

Ravioli/Cheese Mixture

4. Mix Cheeses: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray a 9×13 baking dish with non-stick cooking spray. Add the cream cheese, sour cream, and ricotta cheese in a large mixing bowl then mix to combine.
5. Add Ravioli: Add the frozen ravioli, then toss to coat in the cheese mixture.

Assemble Million Dollar Ravioli Casserole

6. Layer the Ravioli: First, add the ravioli and cheese mixture to the bottom of the prepared pan.
7. Add the Meat Sauce: Next, pour the meat sauce on top of the ravioli mixture.
8. Top with Cheese: Then, sprinkle the mozzarella cheese and parmesan cheese evenly on top of the meat mixture.
9. Bake: Lastly, cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly!

More Delicious Italian Casseroles

I love Italian cuisine, and especially when it’s in the form of an easy-to-make casserole! Here are some of my favorite warm, comforting casseroles that I know your family will love. For more dinner inspiration, check out my full list of casseroles!