Creamy Italian pasta bake (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 package (about 25 oz) of cheese-filled ravioli (frozen or fresh)
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1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or mild, your choice)
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2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
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1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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2 cups heavy cream
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1/2 cup butter
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
# Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
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In a large skillet, cook the Italian sausage over medium heat until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
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In the same skillet, add butter and garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning to the skillet. Stir until the sauce thickens and becomes creamy. Season with salt and pepper.
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In a large baking dish, spread a thin layer of the Alfredo sauce on the bottom. Layer half of the ravioli on top of the sauce.
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Spread half of the sausage mixture over the ravioli, followed by a layer of shredded mozzarella cheese.
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Repeat the layering process with the remaining ravioli, sausage mixture, and mozzarella cheese.
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Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
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Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
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Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
# Notes:
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You can substitute the spicy sausage with mild sausage if preferred
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For extra richness, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream
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This dish can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days before baking