Description
A delicious and comforting baked casserole featuring spinach ricotta ravioli, marinara sauce, and a blend of cheeses.
Ingredients
Scale
- 20–25 pieces fresh spinach ricotta ravioli
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the Sauce:
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the fresh spinach leaves, season with salt and pepper, and sauté until wilted.
- Mix in the marinara sauce and let it simmer for a couple of minutes.
- Assemble the Casserole:
- Spread a thin layer of the spinach-marinara mixture on the bottom of a baking dish.
- Place a layer of spinach ricotta ravioli on top.
- Dollop spoonfuls of ricotta cheese over the ravioli.
- Add half of the cherry tomatoes.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining sauce, ravioli, ricotta, and tomatoes.
- Top with Cheese:
- Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
- Finish with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Bake:
- Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly.
- Garnish with freshly chopped basil before serving.
Notes
- Cheese Variation: Try adding a blend of cheeses for extra flavor, such as fontina or gouda.
- Sauce Enhancement: If you like a bit of spice, add red pepper flakes to the marinara sauce.
- Vegetable Addition: Feel free to add other vegetables like mushrooms or zucchini for extra nutrition.
- Ravioli Options: If fresh ravioli isn’t available, use frozen but allow them to thaw before using.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving