Introduction

Lazy Lasagna is a quick and easy twist on the traditional Italian favorite, perfect for busy weeknights. Using frozen ravioli, this dish layers simple ingredients to create a comforting and cheesy meal without the usual fuss.

The image shows a white rectangular dish filled with layers of food. The bottom layer is a smooth red sauce with some shredded mozzarella cheese sprinkled on top. On this sits a neat grid of small square ravioli, arranged in five rows and four columns, their pale cream color contrasting with the red sauce beneath. Next to the dish, there is a white bowl heaped with shredded mozzarella cheese, a packet of cheese ravioli, and a jar of marinara sauce. Above this is a close-up of a white round baking dish filled with baked lasagna, with a serving spoon lifting a cheesy, golden-brown portion showing melted, stretchy cheese and sauce layers. The scene is set on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 (24oz) bag frozen ravioli
1 (24oz) jar pasta sauce
2 cups shredded mozzarella

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2: In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of pasta sauce on the bottom.
Step 3: Arrange half of the frozen ravioli in a single layer over the sauce.
Step 4: Spoon half of the remaining pasta sauce evenly over the ravioli.
Step 5: Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded mozzarella on top.
Step 6: Repeat the layers with the remaining ravioli, sauce, and cheese.
Step 7: Cover the dish with foil and bake for 35 minutes.
Step 8: Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Step 9: Let the lasagna rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, add a layer of sautéed spinach or cooked ground meat between the layers.
Use a mix of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese for a richer taste.
If you prefer, try different ravioli fillings such as cheese, meat, or spinach to vary the dish.

Storage

Store leftover Lazy Lasagna in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven until warmed through. You can also freeze it for up to 2 months; thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

How to Serve

A white rectangular baking dish filled with a layer of red marinara sauce topped with a shredded white cheese layer, covered by a neat grid of 24 cheese ravioli pieces arranged in 4 rows and 6 columns, each ravioli square pale yellow with crimped edges and a soft, powdery texture. Another image shows a white dish with a scoop taken out, revealing gooey, melted cheese stretching in thick strands from the dish. Cheese shreds, a bag of cheese ravioli, and a jar of marinara sauce are displayed around the dish. The background is a white marbled texture. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use fresh ravioli instead of frozen?

Yes, fresh ravioli works well, but reduce the baking time slightly since fresh pasta cooks faster.

Do I need to thaw the frozen ravioli before assembling?

No, you can layer the ravioli straight from the freezer; they will cook thoroughly during baking.

Lazy Ravioli Lasagna Recipe

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This Lazy Lasagna is a quick and easy twist on traditional lasagna using frozen ravioli as a shortcut. Combined with pasta sauce and melted mozzarella, it’s a simple, comforting meal you can prepare with minimal effort and time, perfect for busy weeknights.

Author: Bella
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Yield: 6 servings 1x
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian-American

Ingredients

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Ingredients

1 (24 oz) bag frozen ravioli
1 (24 oz) jar pasta sauce
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to get it ready for baking the dish.
Prepare the ravioli and sauce: In a baking dish, spread half of the jar of pasta sauce to coat the bottom. Then layer half of the frozen ravioli evenly on top of the sauce. Spoon half of the remaining sauce over the ravioli.
Add cheese: Sprinkle one cup of shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauced ravioli layer.
Repeat layering: Repeat the layering process with the remaining ravioli, the rest of the pasta sauce, and finish with the remaining mozzarella cheese on top.
Bake: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the ravioli is cooked through.
Cool and serve: Let the lazy lasagna cool for 5 minutes before serving to allow it to set and be easier to slice.

Notes

You can use any variety of ravioli, such as cheese-filled or meat-filled, depending on your preference.
If you want a crispier top, broil the lasagna for 2-3 minutes after baking, watching closely to prevent burning.
Feel free to add Italian herbs like basil or oregano to the sauce for extra flavor.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.

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