Melt-in-Your-Mouth Crockpot Ravioli Lasagna Delight Recipe
This Melt-in-Your-Mouth Crockpot Ravioli Lasagna Delight is a comforting and easy dinner option that combines the convenience of frozen cheese ravioli with a rich homemade meat sauce and a blend of melted cheeses. Perfect for busy weeknights, this slow-cooked dish delivers all the flavors of classic lasagna without the fuss of layering noodles and cooking times.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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For the Meat Sauce
- 1 pound Ground beef (substitute ground turkey for a lighter option)
- 24 ounces Pasta sauce (choose a no added sugar variety for healthiness)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder (or fresh minced garlic for stronger flavor)
For the Layering
- 24 ounces Frozen cheese ravioli
- 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese (low-fat recommended for a lighter version)
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese (freshly grated preferred)
Instructions
- Prepare the Meat Sauce: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess fat, then return the beef to the skillet. Stir in the pasta sauce and garlic powder, simmering for 5 minutes to blend flavors.
- Layer the Ingredients in the Crockpot: Spread a thin layer of the meat sauce on the bottom of the crockpot. Add half the frozen cheese ravioli evenly over the sauce, then top with another layer of meat sauce. Repeat by adding the remaining ravioli and cover with the final layer of meat sauce.
- Add the Cheese Toppings: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan cheeses evenly over the top layer of meat sauce to create a cheesy crust.
- Cook the Lasagna: Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours or on high for 2 to 3 hours, until ravioli are tender and cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Rest Before Serving: Let the lasagna sit for 10 to 15 minutes after cooking to allow the layers to set for cleaner slices and better texture.
Notes
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley for enhanced flavor and attractive presentation.
- For a lighter meal, substitute ground turkey for beef and use low-fat cheese varieties.
- Using fresh grated Parmesan cheese adds a more robust flavor to the dish.
- This recipe keeps well and can be refrigerated for up to 3 days; reheat gently before serving.
Keywords: Crockpot lasagna, ravioli lasagna, slow cooker dinner, easy Italian recipes, cheesy ravioli bake
