The Best Frozen Ravioli Brands, Ranked – Mashed

We love knowing that while ravioli is a handy meal shortcut, Rana products are the next best thing to homemade. Rana pasta is known for its authentic Italian recipes using fresh ingredients without preservatives, GMO ingredients, artificial flavorings, or hydrogenated fats. The mushroom ravioli has portobello mushrooms and four kinds of cheese: Ricotta, mozzarella, Romano, and Gorgonzola — which adds an unexpected savory bite. The pasta dough is thinner than other brands, so the mushroom flavor takes center stage. The more delicate dough lets it cook faster than other frozen ravioli we’ve tried, and leaves it tasting very fresh.

Rana makes other delicious ravioli flavors, including Chicken and Roasted Garlic, Maine Lobster, 4 Cheese, and Spinach and Ricotta. Some flavors come in a family-size bag that serves six; the regular 10-ounce bags feed “two and a half” people (we dare you to respect that serving size). It’s readily available from Kroger stores, Target, and Wal-Mart.

We rate Rana a bit lower than other favorites because it costs more than other brands. Depending on your budget or grocery philosophy, this ravioli could be reserved for a splurge — while stock-up purchasing would go to a more cost-effective brand. However, if your attitude leans towards spending less on making a beautiful meal at home than you’d pay at a restaurant, Rana’s line of ravioli is just the ticket.