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Slow Cooker Beef and Cheese Ravioli Lasagna

Slow Cooker Beef and Cheese Ravioli Lasagna

  • Author: easysweetmeal
  • Total Time: About 6 hours
  • Yield: 6–8 servings 1x

Description

Effortless comfort food! Layers of cheesy ravioli, rich beef marinara, creamy ricotta, and melted mozzarella—all made in your crockpot. No prep, no stress, just cozy deliciousness.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 pound ground beef

  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

  • 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce

  • 1 bag (25 oz) frozen cheese ravioli

  • 1 container (15 oz) ricotta cheese

  • 1 large egg

  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley (plus more for garnish)

  • 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. Prepare the Meat Sauce

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

  • Sauté the chopped onion for 2–3 minutes until soft, then add garlic.

  • Add ground beef, season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.

  • Cook until browned, then stir in marinara sauce. Remove from heat.

2. Mix the Ricotta Filling

  • In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, chopped parsley, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix until smooth.

3. Layer the Lasagna in the Slow Cooker

  • Step 1: Spread a thin layer of meat sauce at the bottom of the slow cooker.

  • Step 2: Add a layer of frozen cheese ravioli (no need to thaw).

  • Step 3: Spoon ricotta mixture evenly over ravioli.

  • Step 4: Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.

  • Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a generous cheese topping.

4. Cook Low and Slow

  • Cover and cook on Low for 4–6 hours.

  • The lasagna is ready when the ravioli is tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

5. Serve and Garnish

  • Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.

  • Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and added flavor.

Notes

This Slow Cooker Beef and Cheese Ravioli Lasagna is a delicious twist on a classic comfort food—with none of the layering stress or long oven times. Just prep, layer, slow cook, and serve. It’s the perfect lazy lasagna recipe that’ll quickly become a family favorite.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4–6 hours (Low)
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Find it online: https://easysweetmeal.com/slow-cooker-beef-and-cheese-ravioli-lasagna/