Crockpot Ravioli Lasagna
A comforting and hearty lasagna made conveniently in a crockpot with layers of frozen ravioli, savory meat sauce, and a blend of cheeses.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 package frozen ravioli (typically around 25 to 30 ounces) Use frozen ravioli for best results.
- 1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken.
- 2 cups marinara sauce Choose a high-quality sauce for better flavor.
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese Reserve some for topping, if desired.
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- to taste Salt and pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Brown the ground beef or Italian sausage in a skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Add marinara sauce and Italian seasoning to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
Layering
- In your crockpot, add half of the frozen ravioli to the bottom.
- Spread half of the meat sauce mixture over the ravioli.
- Sprinkle a third of the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
- Repeat layers with the remaining ravioli and sauce, finishing with the rest of the mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese on top.
Cooking
- Cover and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours until ravioli is heated through and cheese is melted.
Serving
- Use a spatula or large spoon to serve the lasagna directly from the crockpot.
- Serve with a side salad or garlic bread, and extra grated Parmesan cheese as an optional topping.
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Notes
For added nutrition, consider adding chopped vegetables to the meat sauce. Leftovers can be refrigerated for 3-4 days or frozen for longer storage. Thaw overnight before reheating.