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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, flavorful ravioli, and melted mozzarella cheese. Ready in under 30 minutes, this hearty dish is perfect for weeknights and is easily customizable with different ingredients or dietary options.

Ingredients

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Protein

  • 1 lb lean ground beef

Pasta

  • 1 package (about 9 oz) cheese ravioli (fresh or frozen)

Vegetables & Aromatics

  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Sauce & Seasoning

  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Cheese

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Cooking Oils

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Brown the Ground Beef: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, then add the ground beef. Cook until browned and crumbly, stirring occasionally for even cooking. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  2. Sauté Onions and Garlic: Add finely chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef. Cook for about 3 to 4 minutes until onions are translucent and fragrant, building a rich flavor base.
  3. Pour in Marinara Sauce and Seasonings: Stir in marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Let the sauce simmer gently for about 5 minutes to meld the flavors.
  4. Add the Ravioli: Gently nestle the ravioli into the sauce. Cover the skillet and cook according to ravioli package instructions, typically 5 to 7 minutes, until tender and heated through.
  5. Top with Cheese and Melt: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella evenly over the top. Cover again and cook until the cheese melts and bubbles, creating a gooey finish.

Notes

  • Use fresh ravioli for faster cooking and better sauce absorption.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure the beef browns evenly.
  • Cover the skillet while cooking ravioli to steam and prevent drying out.
  • Add cheese gradually for extra melty texture.
  • Season carefully, tasting as you go to avoid over-salting, especially if using pre-seasoned marinara.

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