Crockpot Ravioli Lasagna

Here’s a super easy, cheesy, and comforting Crockpot Ravioli Lasagna recipe — a lazy-day dinner classic that tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen (but really didn’t). Perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, or feeding a crowd.

🍝 Crockpot Ravioli Lasagna

🍽️ Serves 6–8 | Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 4 hrs (on Low)

🧺 Ingredients:

• 1 (25 oz) bag frozen cheese ravioli (no need to thaw)

• 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage (or a mix)

• 1 (24 oz) jar marinara sauce or your favorite pasta sauce

• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• Optional: ½ cup ricotta or cottage cheese for layering

• Optional: Fresh basil or parsley for garnish

🔪 Instructions:

1. Brown the Meat:

   • In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef or sausage until browned.

   • Drain excess grease.

   • Stir in the garlic powder and Italian seasoning.

   • Add half of the marinara sauce to the meat and mix.

2. Assemble in the Crockpot:

   • Lightly spray the inside of your crockpot with cooking spray.

   • Layer as follows:

     1. A thin layer of meat sauce

     2. A single layer of frozen ravioli

     3. A spoonful or two of ricotta/cottage cheese (optional)

     4. A sprinkle of mozzarella & Parmesan

   • Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used up, ending with cheese on top.

3. Cook:

   • Cover and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours or HIGH for 2–2½ hours, until bubbly and hot throughout.

4. Rest & Serve:

   • Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

   • Garnish with chopped fresh basil or parsley, if desired.

👵 Grandma Mari’s Cozy Tips:

• She’d sneak in a handful of chopped spinach or zucchini in the layers for added veg.

• Loved to mix a dash of red wine into the meat sauce for depth.

• Served with garlic bread and a crisp green salad.