Crockpot Ravioli Lasagna

Here’s a super simple and comforting recipe for Crockpot Ravioli Lasagna perfect for busy days when you want a hearty, cheesy, no-fuss meal with minimal prep. It’s a shortcut version of lasagna using frozen ravioli instead of layering pasta, sauce, and ricotta from scratch.

🍝 Crockpot Ravioli Lasagna Recipe

🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes

🍽 Serves: 6–8

🍲 Cook Time: 3–4 hours on LOW

✅ Ingredients:

• 1 (25 oz) bag frozen ravioli (cheese or meat-filled)

• 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage (optional, for a meatier dish)

• 1 (24 oz) jar marinara or pasta sauce

• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

• 1/2 cup grated parmesan

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

• Optional: chopped fresh basil or parsley for garnish

🔪 Instructions:

1. Cook the meat (if using):
   In a skillet, brown the ground beef or sausage over medium heat. Drain excess fat. Mix in the marinara sauce and Italian seasoning. Let it simmer 2–3 minutes.

2. Layer in the Crockpot:

   • Spray slow cooker with non-stick spray.

   • Add a thin layer of sauce to the bottom.

   • Place a single layer of frozen ravioli over the sauce.

   • Spoon some sauce over ravioli.

   • Sprinkle with mozzarella and a little parmesan.

   • Repeat layers (ravioli → sauce → cheese) until everything is used, ending with cheese on top.

3. Cook:

   • Cover and cook on LOW for 3 to 4 hours or until bubbly and hot.

4. Serve:

   • Let it sit 10–15 minutes before serving.

   • Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired.

🧀 Variations:

• Vegetarian? Skip the meat and add sautéed spinach, mushrooms, or zucchini between layers.

• Spicy? Use hot Italian sausage and add red pepper flakes.

• Extra cheesy? Add a dollop of ricotta or cottage cheese between layers.