Description
This Easy Crockpot Ravioli Lasagna is a comforting and hearty one-pot meal perfect for busy weeknights. Layers of frozen cheese ravioli, savory ground beef, rich pasta sauce, and melted cheeses come together in the slow cooker to create a delicious and fuss-free lasagna with minimal prep. Simply layer the ingredients, set your crockpot, and enjoy tender, cheesy goodness in hours.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 bag (25 oz) frozen cheese ravioli
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 jar (24 oz) pasta sauce
- 1 lb ground beef, browned and drained (use 2 lbs for extra meatiness if desired)
Instructions
- Cook Ground Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat and set the meat aside for layering.
- Prepare Crockpot: Lightly grease the bottom and sides of your crockpot to prevent sticking and aid in even cooking.
- Layer Ingredients: Start with a thin layer of pasta sauce at the bottom of the crockpot. Then add a layer of frozen cheese ravioli, followed by a portion of the browned ground beef. Sprinkle shredded Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses over the beef. Repeat these layers—pasta sauce, ravioli, ground beef, cheeses—until all ingredients are used, finishing with a top layer of shredded cheese.
- Cook in Crockpot: Cover the crockpot with its lid and cook on low heat for 4-5 hours or on high heat for 2-3 hours. Cook until the ravioli are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Carefully scoop out portions and serve hot. Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese or fresh herbs like basil or parsley if desired for extra flavor and presentation.
Notes
- Using frozen ravioli allows you to skip boiling and saves time.
- For a meatier dish, double the ground beef to 2 lbs.
- Lightly greasing the crockpot helps prevent the cheesy layers from sticking to the sides.
- Cooking times may vary based on your crockpot; check for tenderness before serving.
- Leftovers reheat well in the microwave or oven.
