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Ravioli Bake

April 24, 2026 by dinnertonight

This easy weeknight recipe is perfect for busy families—just layer, bake, and enjoy a warm, cheesy meal that tastes like comfort food without the hassle. With familiar flavors and pasta that even picky eaters love, it’s a kid-friendly win that’s sure to make it into your regular dinner rotation.


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Ingredients
  • 1/2 pound extra lean ground beef
  • 1/2 medium white onion
  • 1 teaspoon garlic
  • 28 ounce can no-salt-added diced tomatoes
  • 15 ounce can no salt added tomato paste
  • 2 teaspoons Italian herb blend
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 20 ounce package 3 cheese ravioli thawed if frozen
  • 1/3 cup shredded part skim mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
Servings: 1 cup servings
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  1. Preheat your oven to 375 Degrees F.
  2. In a pot, sauté the ground beef, onion, and garlic until the beef is browned and the onion is soft.
  3. Add the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, herb blend, sugar, salt and water. Cook until spices are blended and sauce is heated through.
  4. In a 9x13 inch casserole dish, spoon half of the sauce mixture into the bottom in an even layer.
  5. Arranged the raviolis in an even layer on top of the sauce.
  6. Top with remaining sauce and sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly on top.
  7. Bake covered in the oven for 30-35 minutes or until the raviolis are cooked and everything reaches an internal temperature of 165 Degrees F.
  8. Remove and top with fresh parsley, serve.
Recipe Notes

Ravioli Bake Nutrition Facts Serving size 1 cup (188g) 12 Amount per serving Calories 210 % Daily Value Total Fat 6 g 8 % Saturated Fat 3 g 15 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 40 mg 13 % Sodium 250 mg 11 % Total Carbohydrate 24 g 9 % Dietary Fiber 4 g 14 % Total Sugars 8 g Added Sugars 1 g 2 % Protein 14 g Vitamin D 0.1 mcg 0 % Calcium 160 mg 10 % Iron 2.5 mg 15 % Potassium 630 mg 15 %

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Philly Cheesesteak Casserole

January 15, 2026 by Dinner Tonight

This family-friendly, delicious Philly Cheesesteak Casserole is a quick way to use up leftover ground beef. It packs a nutritious punch with protein, vegetables, and great flavor!

You can use this recipe to feed the whole family or portion out for meal prep lunches.


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Ingredients
  • 3/4 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 cup medium red bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 1 cup medium green bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup medium yellow onion diced
  • 1 cup mushrooms diced
  • 1 Tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 3 cups frozen cauliflower rice
  • 4 ounces plain greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
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  1. In a large, oven safe skillet over medium heat, add the bell peppers, onions, and garlic. Cook about 5 minutes and add the pre-cooked ground beef. Continue cooking until beef is warm and vegetables are tender.
  2. Reduce the heat to low, add the seasonings and stir to incorporate. Add cauliflower rice and plain Greek yogurt. Stir into the meat mixture until well incorporated.
  3. Top with shredded mozzarella, covering top of skillet mixture. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until cheese is melted.
  4. Carefully remove from oven, let sit 5-10 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, before serving.
  5. Note: If you don’t have an oven safe skillet, you can spread the mixture into a 9x13 casserole dish after step 3 (before adding the cheese).

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: Beef, casserole, ground beef

Barbecue Chicken Casserole

January 9, 2026 by Dinner Tonight

This Barbecue Chicken Casserole is comfort food made simple—especially when you start with leftover barbecue chicken. By repurposing cooked chicken, you cut down on prep time while still serving a warm, satisfying meal. It’s a great example of how planning ahead can turn one recipe into multiple stress-free dinners.


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Ingredients
  • 1 pound slow cooker barbecue Chicken
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce
  • 1 cup frozen corn kernels
  • 2 cups white rice cooked
  • 15 ounce can black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 medium red onion diced
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1.5 cups reduced-fat cheddar cheese, shredded and divided
  • 1 cup crushed tortilla chips
  • 1/2 cup green onion tops sliced
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  1. Preheat your oven to 350 Degrees F.
  2. In a large bowl combine the slow cooker barbecue chicken, barbecue sauce, corn, rice, black beans, and red onion, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Add 1 cup of cheddar cheese and mix until well combined.
  4. In a 9x13 inch casserole dish spread the mixture into an even layer. Top with the crushed tortilla chips and remaining ½ cup cheese.
  5. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until casserole reaches a minimum internal temperature of 165 Degrees F.
  6. Remove and serve topped with green onion.
Recipe Notes

BBQ Chicken Casserole Nutrition Facts Serving size 2x3 inch square (161g) 12 Amount per serving Calories 200 % Daily Value Total Fat 4.5 g 6 % Saturated Fat 2 g 10 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 30 mg 10 % Sodium 410 mg 18 % Total Carbohydrate 30 g 11 % Dietary Fiber 2 g 7 % Total Sugars 10 g Added Sugars 8 g 16 % Protein 12 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 190 mg 15 % Iron 1.5 mg 8 % Potassium 290 mg 6 %

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Cinnamon Apple Breakfast Casserole

November 6, 2025 by Dinner Tonight

Cinnamon Apple Breakfast Casserole is a delicious and healthy breakfast option! Whether you’re meal prepping for the week or serving a group, this casserole can be easily pulled together. You can even assemble it the night before and bake in the morning!


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Ingredients
  • 2 Tablespoons Tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 large apples
  • 1.5 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 12 slices 100% whole wheat bread
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1.5 cups 2% milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar divided
  • 1/3 cup pecans chopped
Servings: 3x4 inch square
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  1. Wash hands and clean preparation area, rinse apples under cool running water. Preheat your oven to 375 Degrees F.
  2. Remove the core from the apples and chop into small chunks.
  3. In a medium saucepan melt the butter.
  4. Add the apples and toss until all of the apples are coated with butter. Let the apples sit and begin to soften on a medium heat, stir occasionally.
  5. Add in ground cinnamon and toss. Add 1 Tablespoon brown sugar and add to the apples. This will help the apples brown and soften more. Lower the heat to simmer and set aside after 5 minutes.
  6. In a medium bowl, whisk eggs and milk together, adding in ground nutmeg and vanilla and remaining brown sugar. Cut the bread into large chunks and add pieces to a baking pan.
  7. Pour the egg mixture over the bread, letting the bread soak up the egg and milk. Make sure to coat all of the bread.
  8. Once the apples are done, layer the apples onto the bread and fill all open spaces with apples.
  9. Cover the casserole and place in the oven and bake for 30 minutes. Remove from oven and sprinkle chopped pecans on top, cook for an additional 10 minutes or until the egg has set and the pecans are aromatic.
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Turkey, Broccoli, Rice Casserole

October 29, 2025 by Dinner Tonight

Fall comfort food season is here. Warm up with our Turkey, Broccoli & Rice Casserole — a cozy favorite packed with lean protein, grains, and nutrient-rich veggies. 

Perfect for busy holiday schedules:
-Make ahead
-Freeze for later
-Reheat when you need a quick, delicious meal! 

Easy, hearty, and family-approved — the ultimate way to stress less and enjoy more this season!


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Ingredients
  • 12 ounces cooked light meat turkey, skinless chopped
  • 3 cups cooked white rice
  • 2.5 cups broccoli florets chopped
  • 1 cup mushroom pieces
  • 1/4 cup onion chopped
  • 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 Tablespoons flour
  • 1.5 cups 1% Milk
  • 1/2 cup nonfat yogurt
  • 1/2 cup low-fat cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Servings: 1 cup servings
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  1. Wash your hands and clean your preparation area.
  2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  3. Cook rice according to package directions.
  4. Wash Broccoli and mushrooms. Chop broccoli, mushrooms, and onion into small pieces.
  5. In a saucepan, melt butter and Sauté mushrooms, broccoli, and onions until onions are tender
  6. Sprinkle flour over butter and vegetable mixture and stir until combined.
  7. Add milk, yogurt, and seasoning, and stir to blend
  8. In a large bowl, combine turkey, rice and vegetable mixture.
  9. Spread the mixture in a 9x13 casserole dish and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
  10. Bake at 350 for 35-40 minutes until edges are bubbly and the top is lightly browned
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