Description
This Crockpot Ravioli Lasagna is an easy, comforting dish that layers frozen cheese ravioli with ground beef, rich pasta sauce, and melted cheeses for a delicious slow-cooked meal. Perfect for busy days, this lasagna is cooked entirely in a crockpot to yield tender ravioli and bubbly, cheesy goodness without the need for multiple pans or oven baking.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (or 2 lbs for heartier 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 sticking and create a flavorful base layer.
- First Layer Assembly: Add a layer of frozen cheese ravioli evenly over the sauce, followed by a layer of browned ground beef, then sprinkle with Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses to start building the flavors and textures.
- Repeat Layers: Continue layering sauce, ravioli, beef, Parmesan, and mozzarella in the crockpot, making sure each layer is well covered with sauce to keep the ravioli moist and infuse the dish with flavor until you have used all the ingredients.
- Top Layer: Finish with a generous layer of pasta sauce and both cheeses on the very top to ensure a cheesy, bubbly crust once cooked.
- Cook: Cover the crockpot and cook on high for 2 hours or low for 4 hours. Cooking times may vary slightly depending on your slow cooker model. The dish is done when the ravioli is tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Carefully spoon the lasagna from the crockpot and serve hot. Enjoy this comforting one-pot meal that saves time while delivering classic lasagna flavors.
Notes
- For best results, brown the ground beef thoroughly and drain excess fat before layering.
- You can customize with your favorite pasta sauce, such as marinara, arrabbiata, or a creamy tomato sauce.
- Adding fresh herbs like basil or oregano in the layers can enhance the flavor.
- If you prefer a vegetarian version, substitute the ground beef with sautéed mushrooms or lentils.
- Use a non-stick crockpot liner or spray to make cleanup easier.
- Check the texture of ravioli at 2 hours on high to avoid overcooking.
