Best 6 Do Ahead Ravioli Turkey Lasagna Recipes

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Ravioli lasagna is a delicious and hearty dish that can be prepared ahead of time, making it a great option for busy families or those who like to entertain. This flavorful combination of ravioli, turkey, and cheese is sure to be a hit, and with careful planning, it can be assembled and even cooked before the time you're ready to serve, giving you more time to enjoy with your guests or family. Read on for the best do-ahead ravioli turkey lasagna recipe that will impress your loved ones and make your meal preparation a breeze.

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TURKEY RAVIOLI LASAGNA



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I came up with this "short-cut" lasagna one day when the dinner hour was fast approaching and all I had in the freezer was some frozen ravioli. Now I make it often, and my husband and son devour it. -Anne Plesmid, Sagamore Hills, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound ground turkey
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup grated carrots
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 tablespoon olive oil
3-1/2 cups spaghetti sauce
1 package (25 ounces) frozen cheese ravioli, cooked and drained
3 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook turkey over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Sprinkle with garlic powder, salt and pepper; set aside. , In a large saucepan, cook carrots and mushrooms in oil until tender. Stir in spaghetti sauce. Spread 1/2 cup sauce in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Layer with half of the ravioli, spaghetti sauce mixture, turkey and cheeses. Repeat layers. Sprinkle with parsley if desired. , Cover and bake at 375° for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly. Uncover; bake 10 minutes longer. Let stand 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts :

DO-AHEAD RAVIOLI TURKEY LASAGNA



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This recipe is a SLIGHT variation from one I found at bettycrocker.com. Only difference is they call for sausage and I made it with turkey! I put it together Tuesday evening and then cooked it Wednesday night for dinner. My husband and I loved it, as well as my picky 5-year-old daughter! My husband and I even had the leftovers for lunch today!

Provided by Wyf42ArmyMen

Categories     Poultry

Time 9h20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/4 lbs ground turkey
1 (26 -28 ounce) jar pasta sauce (any variety)
1 (25 -27 1/2 ounce) package frozen cheese ravioli
2 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded (10 oz)
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • In 10-inch skillet, cook turkey over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink; drain.
  • In ungreased 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish, spread 1/2 cup of the pasta sauce. Arrange single layer of frozen ravioli over sauce; evenly pour 1 cup pasta sauce over ravioli. Sprinkle evenly with 1 1/2 cups turkey and 1 cup of the mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers with remaining ravioli, pasta sauce and turkey.
  • Cover tightly with foil; refrigerate at least 8 hours but no longer than 24 hours.
  • Heat oven to 350°F Bake covered 45 minutes. Remove foil; sprinkle with remaining 1 1/2 cups mozzarella and the Parmesan cheese. Bake about 15 minutes longer or until cheese is melted and lasagna is hot in center. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting.

EASY RAVIOLI LASAGNA (MAKE-AHEAD FREEZER MEAL)



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The perfect comfort meal to have in your freezer! This easy make-ahead lasagna is made with ravioli which provides a satisfyingly rich and creamy texture. Serve with salad and garlic bread for an easy weeknight or Sunday supper.

Provided by Allrecipes

Categories     Vegetarian Lasagna

Time 2h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

cooking spray
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed
1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
1 large egg, lightly beaten
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
3 cups marinara sauce, divided
2 (22 ounce) packages frozen cheese ravioli
1 (8 ounce) package shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Squeeze thawed spinach between several layers of paper towels to remove as much excess moisture as possible. Transfer spinach to a medium bowl and stir in ricotta cheese, egg, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until well combined.
  • Pour 1 cup marinara sauce in the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Arrange 1/2 of the ravioli in a single layer over the sauce. Pour 1 cup sauce over the ravioli, then spread ricotta mixture over the sauce and top with 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese. Top with remaining ravioli, remaining sauce, and remaining mozzarella.
  • Cover with parchment paper and then cover tightly with foil. Freeze for up to one month.
  • When ready to cook, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place frozen covered lasagna in the preheated oven and bake for 1 1/2 hours. Uncover and bake until golden and bubbly, about 20 more minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 607.7 calories, Carbohydrate 66.6 g, Cholesterol 121.3 mg, Fat 23.3 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 33.2 g, SaturatedFat 11.9 g, Sodium 1016.9 mg

DO-AHEAD RAVIOLI SAUSAGE LASAGNA



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Get a jumpstart on a delicious casual dinner. Make a pasta casserole the day before and tuck it in the fridge for next-day baking.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 9h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/4 lb bulk Italian pork sausage
1 jar (26 to 28 oz) tomato pasta sauce (any variety)
1 package (25 to 27 1/2 oz) frozen cheese-filled ravioli
2 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (10 oz)
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In 10-inch skillet, cook sausage over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink; drain.
  • In ungreased 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish, spread 1/2 cup of the pasta sauce. Arrange single layer of frozen ravioli over sauce; evenly pour 1 cup pasta sauce over ravioli. Sprinkle evenly with 1 1/2 cups sausage and 1 cup of the mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers with remaining ravioli, pasta sauce and sausage.
  • Cover tightly with foil; refrigerate at least 8 hours but no longer than 24 hours.
  • Heat oven to 350°F. Bake covered 45 minutes. Remove foil; sprinkle with remaining 1 1/2 cups mozzarella and the Parmesan cheese. Bake about 15 minutes longer or until cheese is melted and lasagna is hot in center. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 500, Carbohydrate 49 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1170 mg, Sugar 11 g, TransFat 0 g

TURKEY LASAGNA



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This is my own recipe. Instead of ricotta cheese I make white sauce from cream of chicken soup. It takes only 10 minutes to put together. What I like about this dish is that you can make it ahead a time, keep it in fridge and bake it latter.

Provided by Hanka

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 55m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

500 g ground turkey
2 (295 g) cans Campbell's Cream of Chicken Soup
1 cup water
530 g your favorite tomato sauce
8 lasagna noodles, uncooked
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 tablespoon oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Heat the oil in large heavy pan add ground turkey, salt, pepper and and cook on high heat until no longer pink.
  • Add tomato sauce, stir well and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
  • In a medium bowl empty cans cream of chicken soup add water and stir.
  • In 9x13x2-inch baking pan, spread 1/3 of tomato sauce on top 1/3 white sauce and 4 sheets uncooked lasagna noodles. Then alternate layers of tomato sauce, white sauce, lasagna ending with tomato and white sauce.
  • Sprinkle cheese on top.
  • Cover with aluminum foil and bake 30 minutes than uncover and bake 15 minutes until lightly browned and bubbling.
  • Allow to stand for 20 minutes before cutting.
  • If you like your lasagna more firm serve it next day. Tastes even better.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 514.5, Fat 26.6, SaturatedFat 10.3, Cholesterol 107.2, Sodium 1746.3, Carbohydrate 37.4, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 4.6, Protein 30.9

SAUSAGE RAVIOLI LASAGNA



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Here's a hearty entree that'll have guests kissing the cook! You can easily alter it to please any palate-using ground beef or turkey for the sausage or beef ravioli instead of cheese. -Nicole Gazzo, Bondurant, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (25 ounces) frozen cheese ravioli
1-1/2 pounds bulk Italian sausage
1 container (15 ounces) ricotta cheese
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
2 jars (one 26 ounces, one 14 ounces) spaghetti sauce
2 cups shredded Italian cheese blend

Steps:

  • Cook ravioli according to package directions. , Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. In a small bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, basil and Italian seasoning; set aside. Drain ravioli., Spoon 1-1/3 cups spaghetti sauce into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Layer with half of the ravioli and sausage. Spoon ricotta mixture over sausage; top with 1-1/3 cups sauce. Layer with remaining ravioli and sausage. Spread remaining sauce over top; sprinkle with shredded cheese., Cover and bake 30 minutes. Uncover and bake 5-10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 609 calories, Fat 31g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 115mg cholesterol, Sodium 1608mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

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Tips for Making the Best Do-Ahead Ravioli Turkey Lasagna

  • Use fresh ingredients whenever possible. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your lasagna.
  • Don't overcook the ravioli. They should be cooked al dente, or slightly firm to the bite.
  • Make sure the sauce is flavorful. A good sauce will make all the difference in your lasagna.
  • Use a variety of cheeses. This will give your lasagna a more complex flavor.
  • Let the lasagna rest before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld together and the lasagna to set.
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Conclusion

This do-ahead ravioli turkey lasagna is a delicious and easy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. It can be made ahead of time and reheated when you're ready to eat, making it a great option for meal planning. With its combination of tender ravioli, flavorful turkey, and creamy sauce, this lasagna is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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