Delicious and Easy Italian Sausage Ravioli Bake Recipe

This Italian Sausage Ravioli Bake is a mouthwatering dish that combines the flavors of Italian sausage, cheesy ravioli, and a rich tomato sauce. It is a simple and comforting meal that is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. The ravioli is layered with the sausage and sauce mixture, topped with melted cheese, and baked until bubbly and golden. Serve it with a side of garlic bread or a fresh salad for a complete and satisfying dinner. This recipe is sure to become a family favorite!

Ingredients

• 1 package of frozen cheese ravioli
• 1 pound of Italian sausage, casings removed
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) of diced tomatoes
• 1 can (8 ounces) of tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon of dried basil
• 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
• 2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
• Fresh basil leaves, for garnish

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cook the frozen ravioli according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
3. In a large skillet, cook the Italian sausage over medium heat until browned and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
5. Add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
6. Return the cooked sausage to the skillet and simmer the sauce for about 10 minutes.
7. Spread a thin layer of the sauce in the bottom of a baking dish.
8. Arrange half of the cooked ravioli in a single layer over the sauce.
9. Top with half of the sauce mixture and half of the shredded mozzarella cheese.
10. Repeat the layers with the remaining ravioli, sauce, and cheese.
11. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the top.
12. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
13. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
14. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.

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