Million Dollar Baked Ravioli

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a large baking dish.

Step 2: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the ravioli according to package instructions until just tender. Drain and set aside.

Step 3: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Step 4: Add the diced onion and cook until softened, then stir in the minced garlic.

Step 5: Add the ground beef and cook until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess grease if needed.

Step 6: Season the meat with salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika.

Step 7: Stir the marinara sauce into the beef mixture and simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 8: In a separate bowl, combine ricotta cheese, cream cheese, sour cream, and half of the Parmesan cheese until smooth.

Step 9: Spread a small amount of meat sauce in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

Step 10: Layer half of the cooked ravioli over the sauce.

Step 11: Spread half of the creamy cheese mixture over the ravioli.

Step 12: Add half of the meat sauce and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.

Step 13: Repeat the layers with the remaining ravioli, cheese mixture, meat sauce, and mozzarella cheese.

Step 14: Top with the remaining Parmesan cheese.

Step 15: Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.

Step 16: Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until bubbly and golden brown on top.

Step 17: Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Storage and Reheating Tips

Store leftover Million Dollar Baked Ravioli in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Reheat portions in the microwave or warm the casserole in the oven at 350°F until heated through.

Freeze the baked ravioli in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months.

Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating for the best texture and flavor.

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