BAKED RAVIOLI WITH CHEESE

2 pkgs. (9 oz. each) fresh meat or cheese ravioli
1 can (15 oz.) tomato sauce
1 can (8 oz.) tomato sauce
1 tsp. dried basil, crushed
1 tsp. dried oregano, crushed
1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
1 med. clove garlic, peeled, forced through a press (or I use 1/2 tsp. garlic powder)
1 c. shredded Mozzarella cheese
1/4 c. finely grated Parmesan cheese

Optional Garnish:
2 tbsp. finely diced red, green or yellow bell pepper

 

1. Lightly oil a 1 1/2 quart baking dish and set aside. Heat a large pan of water to a boil, add the ravioli and cook until tender. Drain and rinse briefly to prevent sticking. Drain again.2. Combine the ravioli, tomato sauce, basil, oregano, pepper and garlic. Spoon half into the baking dish and sprinkle with half of the Mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Top with the remaining ravioli and cheeses.
3. Bake in a 350 degree oven 20 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with bell pepper garnish if using.