Description
A hearty, no-fuss twist on traditional lasagna, this dish layers savory meat sauce, cheese-filled ravioli, and melted mozzarella for a comforting meal that cooks effortlessly in your slow cooker.
Ingredients
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1 pound Italian sausage or ground beef
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28 ounces marinara sauce
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20 ounces refrigerated ravioli (any flavor, or frozen)
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2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
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In a sauté pan over medium heat, cook the ground sausage or beef, breaking it into small pieces, until browned (5–8 minutes).
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Pour the marinara sauce into the cooked meat, stirring to combine. Turn off the heat.
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Ladle a portion of the meat sauce into the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker.
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Arrange half of the ravioli in a single layer over the sauce.
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Top with 1 cup of shredded mozzarella and ¼ cup of grated Parmesan cheese.
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Repeat the layers: add another portion of meat sauce, the remaining ravioli, and the remaining cheeses.
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Cover and cook on HIGH for 2 to 3 hours or on LOW for 4 to 6 hours, until the ravioli is tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
For added flavor, sprinkle with Italian seasoning or fresh chopped parsley before serving.
Ensure the ravioli is arranged in a single layer to prevent clumping.
This dish pairs well with a side salad or garlic bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours 15 minutes to 6 hours 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Keywords: crockpot lasagna, ravioli lasagna, slow cooker lasagna, easy lasagna recipe, comfort food