Baked Ravioli

Sorry, I've been a little remiss in my postings this week.

I've been under the weather.  Every time I travel in an airplane I seem to catch some bug.   A nasty cold is not my idea of fun.  Maybe I should travel with a gas mask!


So this post is going to be short and sweet.  Like this dish.  Need dinner fast?  Want some comfort food?  This fits the bill and will tantalize your taste buds, and satisfy your tummy.  Kids love this one too!  To make this go quicker I suggest using fresh pasta you can buy in the refrigerator case at the grocery store.  Frozen will work to if you like.


Baked Ravioli lends a homely comfort feeling and is great with the addition of a side salad for a complete meal.  Add a little crusty bread and you are good to go.   Dinner is on.!

Baked Ravioli


serves 5 - 6


2 9 oz. pkg. fresh cheese ravioli
1 25 oz jar of marinara or tomato and basil sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 t dried basil
1/2 c part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded


Cook ravioli in a large pot of boiling water, as per package instructions.  
Preheat oven to 375 degrees.


Coat a medium casserole dish with cooking spray.  Line bottom of dish with the cooked ravioli.  


In a medium bowl combine the marinara sauce, garlic, and basil.  Pour over the ravioli and stir to coat.  
Place casserole dish in the oven and bake for 30 minutes, until bubbly.  Remove from oven.


Sprinkle cheese over the top and return to the oven to bake another 5-10 minutes until slightly golden.
Serve.

Sunday Supper: One Pot Pasta Ravioli with Beef and Mushroom Sauce

Time for another great recipe for this week's Sunday Supper!

I stumbled upon this recipe in one of my favorite magazines, Southern Living.  It's was unique enough to peak my interest, so I knew I had to try it out.

I love Italian food, and this didn't disappoint.  It was saucy, cheesy, full of flavor, comfort food at it's best.  One of the best aspects is that it is easy to make.  One pot, that's it, and it takes some help from fresh pasta, and your favorite jarred sauce, which you jazz up.  I was skeptical of the flavors, but it really turned out delicious.  It's become one of my new favorite dishes!

 

I hope you try this dish.  The whole family will love it!

One Pot Pasta Ravioli with Beef and Mushroom Sauce

Southern Living

serves 4

1 pound lean ground beef
1 small onion, diced
1 (8-ounce) package sliced fresh mushrooms
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 (26-ounce) jars tomato-basil pasta sauce
1 cup water
1 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 (20-ounce) package refrigerated four cheese ravioli
1 cup (4 ounces) shredded mozzarella cheese

Cook ground beef in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat, stirring until it crumbles and is no longer pink; drain. Wipe Dutch oven clean.

Saute onion and mushrooms in hot oil over medium-high heat 8 minutes or until tender. Add garlic, and saute 1 minute. Stir in beef, pasta sauce, 1 cup water, and next 3 ingredients.

Bring sauce to a boil; add ravioli. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer, stirring occasionally, 8 to 10 minutes or until pasta is done. Stir in cheese. Serve immediately.