Name: Baked Cheese Ravioli with Creamy Pesto Sauce (5 Ingredients Recipe)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 pound cheese ravioli; 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved; 1 cup pesto sauce; 1 cup sour cream; 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded

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Looking for a quick and easy dinner recipe that will satisfy your entire family? Baked Cheese Ravioli with Creamy Pesto Sauce is the perfect dish! With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of prep work, you can have a hot and delicious meal on the table in no time.

Are you tired of the same old pasta dishes that take forever to cook and have a long list of ingredients? Well, I have the perfect solution for you! This five-ingredient casserole is not only easy to make, but it’s also delicious and perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.

Baked Cheese Ravioli with Creamy Pesto Sauce is made with just five simple ingredients – cheese ravioli, cherry tomatoes, pesto sauce, sour cream, and mozzarella cheese. You can easily find these ingredients at your local grocery store. And you may even have some of them in your kitchen. That’s a definite win-win!

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The combination of the cheese ravioli and cherry tomatoes gives this dish a burst of flavor. And the pesto sauce adds a savory and herby taste that you’ll love. The sour cream makes the dish creamy and the mozzarella cheese adds that gooey and cheesy crave-worthy goodness.

If you’re a cheese lover like me, you’re going to love this recipe. It’s made with two different types of cheese – mozzarella and cheese filled ravioli. Talk about comfort food! And when the cheese combines with the creamy pesto sauce, and the tomatoes, it will leave your taste buds begging for more. Or, at least have everyone at the table asking for seconds please!

If you love simple pasta recipes, try some of these quick and easy five ingredients dinners – Easy One Pot Macaroni and Cheese, Skillet Tortellini with Sausage, Easy One Pot Spaghetti and Meatballs, Super Easy Cheese Ravioli Lasagna and Hamburger Helper.

No Boil Pasta Casserole Recipe

Let’s talk about casseroles. They are delicious, but sometimes you don’t have time to cook the noodles before baking it in the oven. You need a casserole that’s easy to make, without any precooking.

Baked Cheese Ravioli with Creamy Pesto Sauce is that easy type of casserole. You don’t need to cook the noodles or anything first. Since you’re using fresh ravioli, instead of dried noodles, it cooks quicker. So, the fresh ravioli actually cook while the casserole bakes in the oven.

If you’ve never made a no boil pasta recipe, you are going to love it! They save you a ton of time and effort. Instead of boiling the pasta separately, you can simply add the uncooked pasta with the other ingredients and let it all cook in the oven.

When it comes to taste, no boil pasta casserole recipes are less likely to become mushy or overcooked. Boiling pasta can sometimes be a delicate process. If you’re not careful, you can end up with pasta that is either undercooked or overcooked. With no boil pasta casseroles, like this one, your noodles cook to perfection in the oven.

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These no boil pasta casserole recipes are also great for meal prep. So, if you like to prepare your meals ahead of time, you can easily assemble the casserole and store it in the fridge or freezer until you’re ready to cook it. This makes it a perfect option for busy weeknights when you don’t have a lot of time to prepare and cook.

Should You Bake a Casserole Covered or Uncovered?

This is a question that gets asked a lot. When it comes to baking your casserole dinner, the answer is BOTH!

Baked Cheese Ravioli with Creamy Pesto Sauce bakes for 30 minutes. For the first 15 minutes, you want to cover the casserole with tin foil. This way, the foil traps in the moisture, helping the noodles cook more evening. At the same time, it keeps the dish saucy, cheesy, and extra delicious.

Then, for the last 15 minutes of baking, you uncover the casserole. When it’s uncovered, the mozzarella cheese topping melts, turns golden browns, and gives the casserole a perfectly cheesy crust.

When you cook the casserole covered and then uncovered, you have the best of both worlds – a moist and tender casserole with a crispy, cheesy topping. Yum!

Ingredients for Baked Cheese Ravioli with Creamy Pesto Sauce

We all have those busy weeknights when we just don’t have the energy to cook an elaborate meal. This is where Baked Cheese Ravioli with Creamy Pesto Sauce comes in. With just five simple ingredients, you can whip up a hearty, cheesy, and delicious dinner in no time.

Cheese ravioli: this casserole is made with fresh ravioli, which is delicious and cooks so easily. Since the pasta is already made, you don’t have to worry about boiling and draining it. This cuts down the prep time and makes preparing the casserole so much easier.
Cherry tomatoes: with a naturally sweet and tangy flavor, cherry tomatoes add a burst of freshness that complements the creamy and cheesy texture of the dish.
Pesto sauce: is a tasty and easy addition to the casserole. You don’t need to cook the sauce ahead of time. Simply use it as is. When it comes to taste, the herb and nutty flavor complements the creamy and cheesy texture of the casserole.
Sour cream: adds a smooth and creamy texture to the dish. The light tangy taste of sour cream adds a delicious contrast to the richness of the cheese and pasta. And if you want to make the dish a little lighter, you can always use low fat or half fat sour cream.
Mozzarella cheese: balances the other ingredients without overpowering them. As the final topping in the casserole, it adds a texture and flavor that makes the dish even tastier.

So, on those busy weeknights when takeout seems like the only option, you can make this easy casserole. With just five ingredients, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal on the table in no time.

HOW TO MAKE Baked Cheese Ravioli with Creamy Pesto Sauce

This recipe is so easy to make – just 5 ingredients and 4 simple steps. How awesome is that!

STEP 1: PREHEAT OVEN TO 425°F (230°C)

If you haven’t baked your casserole at 425°F before, you’re in for a treat! Baking at this higher temperature means your dinner will be ready faster. And the top layer of cheese will still have a delicious, lightly browned cooked top. Trust me, it’s a game changer!

Step 2: Assemble the Lasagna

Grab your 9×13 casserole dish. We’re about to make something amazingly easy! So you can enjoy a comforting meal without spending hours in the kitchen.

First, add the juicy cherry tomatoes and fresh cheese ravioli. Cherry tomatoes and cheese ravioli are a match made in heaven. The sweet and tangy tomatoes complements the richness of the cheese-filled ravioli.

Then comes the sauce, cover it with the pesto sauce and sour cream. Make sure to mix everything together to get that perfect blend of flavors. The nutty, herby flavor of pesto sauce and the rich, tangy sour cream, creates a smooth and delicious sauce that tastes even better as it bakes.

Finally, top it all off with mozzarella cheese, giving your casserole a cheesy, crispy finish.

Step 3: Cover and Bake

For the first 15 minutes of baking, cover the casserole with tin foil to lock in all the delicious flavors. Then, for the last 15 minutes, remove the foil and let the top get lightly crunchy and cheesy. And when it’s all done, you’ll have a casserole with a perfect cheesy crust and a deliciously saucy middle.

Step 4: Rest and Serve

While you may want to dig into the casserole as soon as it’s out of the oven, hold on for a bit. Give it some time to rest before you dive in.

Resting allows the casserole to cool down a bit, so you won’t burn your tongue on the hot ingredients. Plus, it also gives the flavors a chance to finish blending together, making it even more delicious and satisfying. Waiting just 5 to 10 minutes can make a world of difference.

Once it’s had time to rest, go ahead and serve up that delicious casserole. It’s sure to be a hit!

Easy Substitutions

One of the best things about this recipe is that it’s incredibly versatile. You can add in cooked spinach, mushrooms, or grilled veggies like eggplant or zucchini. If you don’t have cherry tomatoes, you can use chopped tomatoes or even sun-dried tomatoes.

Changing the type of ravioli noodles and filling can also transform the taste of your casserole dish. Instead of using cheese ravioli, you can use spinach and ricotta ravioli instead. The creamy ricotta filling combined with the earthy spinach will add a new dimension to your casserole.

You can also try using mushroom ravioli. Mushroom ravioli is typically filled with a mixture of mushrooms, garlic, and cheese, which creates a rich and savory flavor. The mushroom filling can complement the tangy sweetness of the cherry tomatoes and the creaminess of the sauce.

So next time you’re making a casserole, don’t be afraid to switch things up and see what delicious combinations you can come up with. Your taste buds will thank you!

can you freeze Baked Cheese Ravioli with Creamy Pesto Sauce?

In one word – YES! Not only is this casserole incredibly easy to make, but it’s also freezer-friendly. So, you can prepare it ahead of time, and have it on hand for those busy weeknights when you don’t have time to cook.

In fact, if you’re new to freezer cooking, Baked Cheese Ravioli with Creamy Pesto Sauce is a great recipe to start with.

To make this casserole freezer-friendly, you’ll want to assemble it as normal. But instead of baking it right away, you’ll want to freeze it first.

Simply prepare the meal in a disposable casserole tin and assemble the casserole. Once everything is prepared, cover the casserole with plastic wrap first and then cover with aluminum foil. You can freeze the casserole for up to three months.

When you’re ready to bake it, simply defrost the casserole in the fridge overnight and bake it in the oven. Once it’s cooked, you’ll have a scrumptious and delicious meal that the whole family can enjoy!

So, whether you’re looking for an easy weeknight dinner or a freezer-friendly meal to have on hand, this no precook cheese ravioli casserole is the perfect choice.

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