Description
Hearty fall ravioli lasagna combines layers of comforting pasta with seasonal flavors. Cheese-laden noodles and rich autumn ingredients create a memorable meal you’ll savor with each delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground Italian sausage
- 1 (15-ounce) package ricotta cheese
- 3 cups (12 ounces) shredded mozzarella cheese
Aromatic and Flavor Base:
- 1 small white onion, diced
- 4 large cloves garlic, minced
Sauce and Pasta Ingredients:
- 2 (28-ounce) jars good-quality marinara sauce
- 2 (25-ounce) packages frozen ravioli
Toppings:
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Chopped fresh basil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400F and lightly coat a 9 x 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray to ensure easy release.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, crumble and cook the Italian sausage until thoroughly browned, then transfer to a separate plate.
- Using the remaining sausage drippings, sauté onions and garlic for 4-5 minutes until they become translucent and fragrant. Pour in marinara sauce and reintroduce the cooked sausage, stirring to create a cohesive meat sauce.
- Create the first layer by spreading a thin base of meat sauce across the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Carefully arrange the first package of ravioli, followed by an even spread of ricotta cheese.
- Distribute half the mozzarella cheese and another layer of meat sauce over the ricotta. Add the second package of ravioli, covering with the remaining meat sauce and mozzarella cheese.
- Cover the dish loosely with aluminum foil, ensuring it doesn’t touch the cheese, and bake for 35 minutes at 400F.
- Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes to allow the edges to crisp slightly.
- Activate the broiler and cook for 2-3 minutes until the cheese turns golden and develops a bubbly texture.
- Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and chopped basil. Serve immediately while the cheese remains melted and inviting.
Notes
- Customize Sausage Swap Italian sausage with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for a leaner or vegetarian version that still delivers rich, savory flavor.
- Cheese Flexibility Use a blend of provolone and mozzarella or experiment with fontina for different cheese profiles that complement the autumn theme.
- Sauce Depth Enhance marinara by adding a splash of red wine or a pinch of dried herbs like oregano and thyme to elevate the sauce’s complexity and warmth.
- Make-Ahead Magic Assemble the lasagna up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerate, allowing flavors to meld and making dinner preparation incredibly convenient.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 950 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg