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Cheesy Beef Ravioli Skillet

Cheesy Beef Ravioli Skillet
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Cheesy Beef Ravioli Skillet is a quick and comforting one-pan meal combining tender ground beef, rich marinara sauce, and perfectly cooked cheese ravioli, topped with gooey mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. This hearty dish is perfect for busy weeknights, providing savory Italian flavors with minimal cleanup and versatile options to customize according to taste and dietary preferences.

Ingredients

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Protein & Pasta

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 package (about 9 oz) cheese ravioli (store-bought or homemade)

Sauce & Cheese

  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Aromatics & Seasonings

  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Brown the Beef: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef, seasoning with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook until browned and fully cooked, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent and garlic is fragrant.
  3. Add Sauce and Ravioli: Pour in the marinara sauce and stir to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer, then nestle the uncooked cheese ravioli evenly in the skillet.
  4. Simmer Until Tender: Cover the skillet and cook on low heat for 8-10 minutes, stirring gently midway, until the ravioli are tender and cooked through.
  5. Add Cheese and Bake (Optional): Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese evenly over the top. Cover and cook until the cheese melts, or transfer the skillet to a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 5 minutes for a bubbly, golden crust.

Notes

  • Use fresh garlic and quality marinara sauce for best flavor.
  • Don’t overcrowd the skillet to allow ravioli to cook evenly.
  • If sauce thickens too much, add a splash of water or broth to adjust consistency.
  • Keep the skillet covered while cooking to keep ravioli moist and ensure even cooking.
  • Add cheese on top at the end rather than stirring it in for better texture and presentation.

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Keywords: beef, ravioli, skillet, Italian, cheesy, comfort food, quick dinner, weeknight meal

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