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Chopped spinach or kale (for a veggie boost 🥬)
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Parmesan cheese (for topping)
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Brown the Meat
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef or sausage until browned. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Drain the excess fat.
Step 2: Prep the Sauce
Mix the browned meat with your jarred marinara. This becomes your base sauce layer. Want to go vegetarian? Skip the meat and use a veggie-rich sauce instead.
Step 3: Layer in the Slow Cooker
Lightly grease the bottom of your slow cooker. Then start layering:
1️⃣ Spoon a layer of meat sauce at the bottom.
2️⃣ Add a single layer of frozen ravioli (no need to thaw).
3️⃣ Dollop ricotta or cottage cheese (optional).
4️⃣ Sprinkle mozzarella over the top.
Repeat until everything is used, finishing with a final layer of sauce and plenty of mozzarella.
Step 4: Cook Low and Slow
Cover and cook:
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Low: 4–5 hours
Step 5: Rest and Serve
Turn off the crockpot and let it rest for 10–15 minutes before serving—this helps the layers set nicely. Garnish with fresh herbs and a sprinkle of Parmesan.
Tips for the Best Crockpot Ravioli Lasagna
✅ Don’t Overcook: Every slow cooker is different—check after the minimum time.
🍅 Use Good Sauce: The sauce is the soul of this dish, so choose one you love.
❄️ Keep Ravioli Frozen: Fresh ravioli may turn mushy in the slow cooker.
🥦 Add Veggies: Spinach, zucchini, or mushrooms make it heartier and healthier.
🧀 Layer Cheese Smartly: Every layer should have a bit of melty magic.
Delicious Variations to Try
🧄 White Ravioli Lasagna:
Swap marinara for Alfredo sauce and use chicken or spinach ravioli for a creamy twist.
🔥 Spicy Sausage Version:
Use hot Italian sausage and red pepper flakes for extra kick.
🌮 Mexican-Style:
Try enchilada sauce instead of marinara, with beef or bean ravioli, cheddar, and black beans!
🥬 Vegetarian Delight:
Use cheese ravioli, chunky vegetable sauce, and add spinach or zucchini layers.
Serving Suggestions
With Salad 🥗
Pair with a crisp green salad for balance.
As Leftovers 🍱
Refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for a future cozy meal—it reheats beautifully.
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