Description
A comforting and easy Crockpot Ravioli Lasagna recipe that layers frozen cheese ravioli with ground beef, pasta sauce, and a blend of Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses. Perfect for a hands-off dinner with rich flavors and gooey cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (or 2 lbs for hearty servings), browned and drained
- 1 (25 oz) package frozen cheese ravioli
- 1 jar (24 oz) pasta sauce
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Crockpot: Spread a thin layer of pasta sauce at the bottom of the crockpot to prevent the ingredients from sticking during cooking.
- Layer Ingredients: Add a layer of frozen cheese ravioli followed by browned ground beef, then sprinkle Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses evenly over the top.
- Repeat Layers: Continue layering with more pasta sauce, ravioli, ground beef, Parmesan, and mozzarella, ensuring each layer is completely covered with sauce until all ingredients are used.
- Top Layer: Finish with a final generous layer of pasta sauce and the remaining cheeses to ensure a cheesy, saucy topping.
- Cook: Cover the crockpot and cook on high heat for 2 hours or low heat for 4 hours, until the ravioli is tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Carefully scoop out portions while hot and enjoy this hearty lasagna alternative made effortlessly in your crockpot.
Notes
- Using frozen ravioli directly from the freezer works well and thaws nicely during slow cooking.
- You can switch ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- For extra flavor, add Italian seasoning or garlic powder to the ground beef before layering.
- Make sure not to overfill the crockpot to allow even cooking.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the microwave.
