Crockpot Ravioli Lasagna
A hands-off, flavor-packed comfort food masterpiece that combines layers of cheese ravioli, savory ground beef, and gooey cheese, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Meat Sauce
- 1 pound ground beef Use lean ground beef for the best flavor.
- 24 ounces pasta sauce Choose your favorite brand or homemade.
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder Adjust based on taste preference.
- 0.5 teaspoons Italian seasoning Can substitute with fresh herbs if available.
For the Layers
- 25 ounces frozen cheese ravioli Keep frozen until ready to layer.
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Opt for high-quality cheese for the best taste.
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Feel free to mix cheeses for variety.
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese For extra flavor on top.
Instructions
Preparation
- Brown one pound of ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked and no longer pink.
- Drain any excess fat and return the beef to the skillet.
- Stir in 24 ounces of pasta sauce along with 0.5 teaspoons of garlic powder and 0.5 teaspoons of Italian seasoning until well blended.
- Allow the sauce to simmer for five minutes.
Layering and Cooking
- Spread a thin layer of the meat sauce at the bottom of a greased slow cooker.
- Layer half of the frozen cheese ravioli over the sauce.
- Top with half of the remaining meat sauce and half of each cheese.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining ravioli, meat sauce, and cheeses.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours.
Notes
If the lasagna seems too dry after cooking, add a splash of broth before serving. Experiment with seasonal vegetables for added freshness.