Description
Creamy Alfredo Ravioli Lasagna merges classic Italian pasta layers with rich cheese sauce. Delicate cheese ravioli nestled between marinara and alfredo creates a comforting meal you’ll savor with each delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 lb spicy Italian sausage (ground or casings removed)
- 2 (10 oz / 280 grams) bags cheese-filled ravioli
Dairy and Cheese:
- 3 cups heavy cream
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 6 tablespoons (85 grams) butter
- 8 garlic cloves, minced
Seasonings and Extras:
- 1/2–2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
- Nonstick spray
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and thoroughly spray a 10×7 casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- In a large skillet, brown the sausage over medium-high heat, breaking it into small crumbles until fully cooked and no pink remains. Transfer the cooked sausage to a separate plate.
- Using the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Slowly whisk in heavy cream, creating a smooth base. Sprinkle red pepper flakes and black pepper, allowing the mixture to gently simmer and thicken for 3-5 minutes.
- Stir Parmesan cheese into the sauce, ensuring a creamy consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Cook ravioli according to package instructions, then carefully drain excess water to prevent sogginess.
- Begin layering in the prepared casserole dish by spreading one-third of the Alfredo sauce across the bottom.
- Create the first layer with half the ravioli, followed by half the cooked sausage, half the Alfredo sauce, and half the mozzarella cheese.
- Repeat the layering process with remaining ingredients, ensuring even distribution.
- Sprinkle Italian seasoning over the top layer for additional flavor.
- Cover the dish with nonstick-sprayed foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove foil and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes until the top turns golden brown and cheese becomes bubbly.
Notes
- Swap sausage with plant-based crumbles or ground turkey for a lighter protein option that maintains the dish’s rich flavor profile.
- Choose fresh or frozen ravioli based on convenience, ensuring they’re fully thawed before layering to prevent excess moisture.
- Reduce heavy cream calories by substituting half with milk or using a lighter cream alternative without compromising the sauce’s creamy texture.
- Control sodium levels by selecting low-sodium sausage and using reduced-salt Parmesan cheese, making the recipe more heart-friendly.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 750
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 1200 mg
- Fat: 50 g
- Saturated Fat: 30 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg