Description
This Easy Crockpot Ravioli Lasagna is a delicious and convenient one-pot meal that layers frozen cheese ravioli with a savory meat sauce and plenty of melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights, this slow cooker recipe requires minimal prep and results in a comforting, bubbly Italian-American classic that’s kid-friendly and sure to please the whole family.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 (25-ounce) bag frozen cheese ravioli (no need to thaw)
- 1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (24-ounce) jar marinara or pasta sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Meat Sauce: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef or sausage with diced onion until browned and fully cooked, about 6–8 minutes. Drain any excess grease. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant. Add marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Let the sauce simmer for 2–3 minutes to blend the flavors.
- Prepare the Crockpot: Spray the inside of a 6-quart crockpot with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking. Spread a thin layer of the meat sauce on the bottom of the crockpot to start your lasagna layers.
- Layer Ingredients: Add a single layer of frozen ravioli over the sauce, then spoon more meat sauce on top of the ravioli. Sprinkle a portion of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese evenly over the sauce. Repeat the layers—ravioli, sauce, cheese—until all ingredients are used, making sure to end with a top layer of cheese for a golden, melty finish.
- Cook the Lasagna: Cover the crockpot and cook on low heat for 4 hours, or alternatively on high heat for 2 to 2.5 hours, until the dish is hot, bubbly, and the cheese is melted and slightly browned.
- Rest and Serve: Once cooked, let the lasagna rest in the crockpot for 10–15 minutes to set and make serving easier. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired before serving. Enjoy your comforting and easy crockpot ravioli lasagna!
Notes
- You can use ground beef, Italian sausage, or a mixture of both according to your preference.
- Try different types of ravioli, such as spinach or beef-filled, to vary the flavors and textures.
- This recipe freezes well. Once cooled completely, portion and store it in freezer-safe containers for convenient future meals.
- Feel free to add extra vegetables like spinach or mushrooms to the sauce for added nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours (on low)
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
