Description
This Easy 4-Ingredient Slow Cooker Ravioli Lasagna is a simple and delicious dish that layers cheesy ravioli with seasoned ground beef and pasta sauce, all cooked slowly in a crockpot for a hearty, comforting meal with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat & Sauce
- 1 pound lean ground beef (sirloin recommended)
- 25 ounces pasta sauce
Pasta & Cheese
- 22 ounces ravioli (spinach & cheese recommended)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Cook the Ground Beef: Heat a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and season with salt, pepper, onion powder, and Montreal steak seasoning. Cook the beef thoroughly, breaking it apart as it cooks until no longer pink.
- Simmer with Sauce: Reduce the heat and pour the pasta sauce into the skillet with the cooked beef. Let the mixture simmer for a few minutes to meld the flavors.
- Prepare the Slow Cooker: Spray the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker with non-stick spray. Spoon about 1 cup of the meat sauce mixture into the bottom of the cooker to create the first layer.
- Layer the Lasagna: Add half of the ravioli over the meat sauce layer, then spoon half of the remaining meat sauce on top. Sprinkle a handful of shredded mozzarella cheese over this layer. Repeat by layering the remaining ravioli, then the rest of the meat sauce, and finish by topping with the remaining mozzarella cheese, making sure the ravioli are tucked under the sauce and cheese.
- Cook the Lasagna: If using frozen ravioli, cover and cook on LOW for 3 to 4 hours. If using thawed or fresh ravioli, cover and cook on LOW for 1 to 2 hours until the dish is hot and the cheese has melted.
Notes
- You can season the beef according to your preference by adjusting spices and herbs.
- Covering the slow cooker tightly will help retain heat and moisture for even cooking.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, drain some of the sauce before layering to prevent sogginess.
- Use fresh or thawed ravioli to reduce cooking time significantly.
- Additional veggies like spinach or mushrooms can be added for extra nutrition and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1-4 hours depending on ravioli (1-2 hours for thawed/fresh, 3-4 hours for frozen)
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Keywords: slow cooker lasagna, ravioli lasagna, easy slow cooker recipes, 4-ingredient recipes, crockpot dinner, ground beef casserole
