This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase through links on our site, we may earn a commission.
I have such an Lazy Day Lasagna for you to try this week with your family. We call it our lazy lasagna recipe, because it is much easier to make while still amazing flavors of a traditional lasagna.
This pasta recipe is one my favorite ways to make lasagna. Making homemade lasagna requires many different steps. But using raviolis save time and I can serve my family’s favorite meal during the week.
You may also love this Crockpot Lazy Day Lasagna Recipe and let the slow cooker do all the work. For another delicious twist on a classic recipe make this Chicken Lasagna Recipe, Olive Garden Fried Lasagna or Easy Baked Ravioli Recipe. Check out more Easy Italian Recipes.
What's in this post: Lazy Day Lasagna
Why Make this Lazy Lasagna
This easy pasta recipe starts with a layer of frozen raviolis and is then topped with a meaty sauce and cheese. You will love how simple it is to make and the perfect lasagna to serve on a busy weeknight.
There is no need to use lasagna noodles in this recipe. The raviolis makes this lasagna so delicious.
Ingredients
- Frozen Cheese Ravioli – Use ravioli of your choice
- Ground Beef – We like to use lean ground beef
- Italian Seasoning – Learn How to Make Italian Seasoning Recipe
- Garlic Salt – Substitute with garlic powder
- Mozzarella Cheese – We like to shred cheese from bulk cheese for the flavor
Scroll to the bottom of the post to see the full list of ingredients and recipe in the recipe card.
Variations Ideas
- Pasta Sauces – When making this recipe you can use marinara sauce or spaghetti sauce instead of the crushed tomatoes.
- Change Meat – Feel free to use Italian Sausage or mix a small portion in for a meatier lasagna. You can also use ground turkey.
- Ravioli – You can also choose different types of raviolis to make this recipe. We have used spinach ravioli for a delicious variation.
- Fresh Herbs – For added flavor mix in fresh herbs such as fresh basil or fresh parsley.
- Ricotta Cheese – Mix ricotta cheese or cottage cheese with the mozzarella cheese for a cheesier layer.
- Vegetables – This lasagna recipe makes it easy to sneak in veggies. We like to add in chopped onion or bell peppers.
How to Make Lazy Day Lasagna
Step 1 – Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a large skillet brown the beef completely until it’s no longer pink over medium heat. drain off any remaining fat and grease.
Step 2 – Stir in all the cans of tomatoes, and seasonings. You can also combine the tomato mixture in a bowl and then pour into the meat.
Step 3 – In a 9×13 baking dish, spray with nonstick spray. Place a layer of ravioli across the bottom in a single layer.
Step 4 – Spoon half the sauce mixture over the ravioli. Then layer half of the mozzarella cheese. Add another layer of ravioli, sauce, then cheese. Add the parmesan cheese on top.
- Step 9 – Cover with foil and bake at 350 degrees for 30-35 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for approximately 10-15 minutes to brown the top of the casserole.
- Step 10 – Remove from the oven and let it sit for about 10- 15 minutes before you serve. Cut and serve.
- Step 11 – Serve with your favorite side salad and crusty garlic bread. Garnish the ravioli lasagna recipe with fresh parsley, salt and black pepper before serving.
Recipe Tips
- Double the Recipe – I’m making a small batch, but you can easily double the ingredients. You can bake in a 9×13 pan for a bigger lasagna meal.
- Prepare Baking Dish – Make sure before layering ingredients, that you spray the casserole dish with cooking spray.
- Rest Ravioli Casserole – Before serving allow the casserole to rest for about 10 minutes.
What to Serve with Lasagna
Lasagna is one of my favorite comfort food to make. Adding a side of Garlic Bread Cheese Sticks Recipe, Stuffed Cheesy Bread Recipe or Easy Homemade Dinner Rolls Recipe makes the dinner complete.
We have made King Hawaiian Rolls Recipe, Crusty Artisan Bread, and The Best 90 Second Bread Recipe when we are feeding a crowd. Add a side of Caesar salad and this is a meal your can made during the week.
Can You Freeze?
This lazy day lasagna recipe definitely freezes great. Make the recipe as directed except don’t bake. Just allow it to cool completely.
Make sure you are using a foil throw away pan. Cover with aluminum foil and place in the freezer to freeze. I would allow it to thaw slightly and cook for about an hour until it was bubbly.
Frequently Asked Questions
There is no need to thaw the ravioli before placing in the baking dish.
Store the leftover ravioli lasagna in an airtight container in the refrigerator. We like to store in individual servings to quickly heat up the next day. Leftovers will last about 3 days.
Yes, you can prepare ahead of time. We recommend layering the ingredients and then placing in the fridge. Then it is ready to bake when you are ready to serve.
More Easy Lasagna Recipes
Easy Slow Cooker
Crock pot Lasagna Soup Recipe
Quick and Easy Soup
White Lasagna Soup
Easy Slow Cooker
Crock Pot Turkey Lasagna Recipe
If you make this this easy lasagna recipe, make sure to leave a comment. We love to hear from you.
Lazy Day Lasagna
Ingredients
- 25 oz Frozen cheese ravioli
- 1 lb ground beef (browned and drained)
- 3 cans crushed tomatoes (15 oz cans)
- 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon Garlic Salt
- 4 cups mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese (shredded)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a large skillet brown the beef completely and drain off any remaining fat.
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes and seasonings.
- Spray a 9X13 pan with non stick cooking spray.
- Place a layer of ravioli across the bottom of the pan.
- Spoon half the meat sauce over the ravioli.
- Then layer half of the mozzarella cheese on top of the meat sauce.
- Add another layer of ravioli, sauce, then cheese.
- Top with the shredded parmesan cheese.
- Cover with foil and Bake at 350 degrees F for 30-35 minutes. Remove the foil and back for an additional 10-15 minutes to slightly brown the top of the lasagna.
- Remove from the oven and let it sit for about 10- 15 minutes before you serve. Cut and serve.
- Serve with your favorite side salad and crusty garlic bread.
Love love love this recipe. Was so good and everyone loved it. I will defintely make this one again. Thanks for all the great recipes and meal plans with grocery lists. You are a busy grandma’s best friend!!
Thank you for sharing Tracey! Thank you so much for sharing and thank you for the positive review!
Hello Carrie I just wanted to ask you a question I noticed that a lot of your recipes call for Italian seasoning do you use a certain kind to make it taste better or is the store brand ok just wanted to know thank you Wendy Alabama
Wendy – I don’t have a brand that I love more than the other. I generally use the generic store brand. You can also make your own. We have our own homemade Italian seasoning mix recipe.
I plan to make this soon!
I have made lasagna with frozen ravioli for many, many years. It sure makes lasagna a quick meal.
We all loved this dish even the grandkids , n myself too, went for seconds. The cheesiest dish I’ve served in a while. Thank you for the recipe. It is a keeper…
My whole family loves this recipe !
Can this recipe be cut down for a 7×9 Cassarole dish?
Yes, you can half the recipe and place it in a 7X9 pan. The cook time would remain the same. I hope you enjoy it!
This is super easy and sooo good. My kids LOVE IT. Even meatless is pretty good. I use vodka sauce and my secret ingredient.. cottage cheese!! It’s delicious!!