Ingredients

The following ingredients have 8 Servings
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb mild Italian sausage
  • 1 medium sweet onion (finely diced)
  • 1-2 tsp dry Italian seasoning (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tsp garlic salt or plain salt
  • 1/2-1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • 4 medium cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 20 oz package refrigerated four cheese ravioli
  • 4 cups garlic, onion and oregano seasoned spaghetti or marinara sauce ((Or your favorite))
  • 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (divided use)
  • 3 Tbsp grated Parmesan cheese (plus additional for serving)
  • 2 Tbsp chopped fresh Italian parsley or basil

Instruction

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Spray a 13 x 9 inch baking dish with cooking spray. Set aside.
  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium high heat. Add sausage and onion. Cook until no pink remains about 5-8 minutes.
  • To the skillet add Italian seasoning, salt, red pepper flakes and minced garlic. Stir well and cook for 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat, drain any excess fat.
  • To assemble: Spread 1 cup sauce on bottom of dish. Arrange 1/3 ravioli over sauce. Sprinkle with 1/3 cooked sausage and 3/4 cup mozzarella cheese. Repeat process, ending with sauce drizzled over the top. (Reserve final 3/4 cup mozzarella and Parmesan cheese until end of baking.)
  • To bake: Cover with foil and bake for 30-35 minutes. Lower oven temperature to 375°F. Uncover, sprinkle with reserved shredded mozzarella and Parmesan. Continue to bake for an additional 15-20 minutes or until cheese has melted, bubbly around the edges and ravioli is tender.
  • Let stand 5 minutes then serve garnished with parsley and additional Parmesan cheese, if desired.