Alright, let’s talk about this here… uh… what’s it called? Million Dollar Ravioli Casserole. Yeah, that’s a fancy name, ain’t it? Sounds like somethin’ rich folks eat, but lemme tell ya, it ain’t that hard to make. Even this old woman can whip it up, so you can too.
First off, you gotta get yourself some ravioli. Don’t matter much what kind, just get the ones you like. Cheese ravioli is good, meat ones are good too. Whatever tickles your fancy. Then you need some sauce. I like the jarred stuff, the tomato kind. Easy peasy, no fuss. You can get all fancy and make your own, but who got time for that? Not me, that’s for sure.
- Ravioli – any kind you like
- Tomato sauce – from a jar, easy peasy
- Cheese – lots of it, gotta be cheesy
- Meat – ground beef or sausage, whatever you got
Now, you gotta cook up the meat. Brown it in a pan, you know, like you always do. Drain off the grease, we don’t want no greasy casserole. Then dump in the sauce and let it simmer a bit. Not too long, just enough to get it all warm and bubbly. While that’s simmerin’, you can get your cheese ready. I like to use mozzarella, but you can use whatever you got on hand. Cheddar, provolone, even that fancy Italian stuff, whatchamacallit, parmesan. It all works.
Okay, so now you got your meat sauce, your ravioli, and your cheese. Time to put it all together. Get yourself a big ol’ casserole dish. Grease it up good, don’t want nothin’ stickin’. Then put down a layer of ravioli. Not too thick, just enough to cover the bottom. Then pour on some sauce, not too much, just enough to coat the ravioli. Then sprinkle on some cheese. Lots of cheese, gotta be cheesy! Keep doin’ that, layers of ravioli, sauce, and cheese, until you run out of stuff. Top it all off with a good layer of cheese, that’s the best part.
Now, pop that bad boy in the oven. I usually put it in at 350 degrees, for about 30 minutes. You wanna cook it till it’s all bubbly and the cheese is melted and golden brown. You’ll know it’s done when it smells real good and your stomach starts rumblin’.
And that’s it! Million Dollar Ravioli Casserole. It ain’t really a million dollars, but it tastes like it. It’s hearty, it’s cheesy, it’s comforting. Perfect for a cold night or when you got a bunch of hungry mouths to feed. My grandkids love this stuff, they always askin’ for it. And lemme tell ya, it’s a whole lot easier than makin’ lasagna, and just as good, maybe even better.
You can add in other stuff too, if you want. Some folks like to put in spinach, or mushrooms, or onions. Me, I like to keep it simple. But you do you, whatever makes you happy. That’s the beauty of casserole, you can throw in just about anything and it’ll still taste good.
So there you have it. My secret recipe, well, not so secret anymore. But I figured I’d share it with y’all, cause it’s just too good not to. Go on, make yourself a Million Dollar Ravioli Casserole. Your family will thank you for it. And don’t worry if it ain’t perfect, it’ll still taste good. Trust me, I know what I’m talkin’ about. I’ve been cookin’ longer than you’ve been alive.
And if you’re lookin for a good dinner recipe, this is it! This here casserole is the best thing since sliced bread. It’s easy, it’s cheesy, and it feeds a whole bunch of people. Perfect for when you have the whole family over, or even just for a nice quiet dinner at home. You can make it ahead of time too, which is always a plus in my book. Just pop it in the oven when you’re ready to eat, and you’re good to go. So go on, give it a try. You won’t be disappointed.
And you know what else? This is one of them rich tasting meals but don’t cost you a fortune. It is pretty cheap to make, especially if you buy the ravioli on sale. And it goes a long way, so you get a lot of bang for your buck. That’s important these days, everything’s so expensive. But this casserole, it’s a good deal. A real good deal.
I tell you what, this is the most requested thing I make. My family loves it, my neighbors love it, everybody loves it. It’s a real crowd-pleaser. And it’s so easy to make, I can whip it up in no time. Even on a weeknight when I’m tired and don’t feel like cooking, this is my go-to recipe. It’s just that good. And that easy. So, if you’re looking for a recipe that’s both delicious and easy, look no further. This Million Dollar Ravioli Casserole is the one. You can thank me later.
