🍝 Crockpot Ravioli Lasagna
All the rich, cheesy layers of lasagna—with zero fuss! Just dump ingredients in your slow cooker and let it work its magic. Perfect for busy weeknights or lazy Sundays.
📝 Ingredients
For the Layers:
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1 (25 oz) bag frozen cheese ravioli (no need to thaw!)
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1 (24 oz) jar marinara sauce
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1 (15 oz) can crushed tomatoes
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1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage, browned (optional)
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2 cups shredded mozzarella
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1 (15 oz) container ricotta cheese
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½ cup grated Parmesan
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 cup fresh spinach (optional)
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prep the Crockpot
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Lightly grease your 6-quart slow cooker.
2️⃣ Layer Ingredients
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Bottom Layer: Spread ½ cup marinara sauce.
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First Ravioli Layer: Add ⅓ of the ravioli.
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Meat Layer: Sprinkle ½ the browned meat (if using).
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Cheese Layer: Dot with ½ the ricotta, then ½ cup mozzarella.
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Sauce Layer: Pour ⅓ of remaining marinara + crushed tomatoes.
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Repeat layers (ravioli → meat → cheese → sauce).
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Top Layer: Final ravioli + remaining sauce + mozzarella + Parmesan.
3️⃣ Cook
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Cover and cook on LOW 4-5 hours or HIGH 2-3 hours (until bubbly).
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Let sit 10 mins before serving (helps set layers).
💡 Pro Tips
✔ Vegetarian? Skip meat, add sautéed mushrooms or zucchini.
✔ Extra creamy? Mix 1 egg into ricotta for richer texture.
✔ No-stick trick: Place parchment paper strips under edges for easy removal.
🌟 Why This Recipe Wins
✅ No boiling noodles – Frozen ravioli does all the work
✅ Feeds a crowd – Great for potlucks or meal prep
✅ Kids love it – Sneak in spinach without complaints!
Serve with: Garlic bread and a crisp green salad.
Want a crispy top? Transfer to oven broiler for 2-3 mins at the end! 🔥
“I’ve made this three times this month—my family won’t stop requesting it!” – Happy Home Cook