Description
Crockpot Ravioli Delight brings comfort and convenience to classic Italian pasta lovers. Rich layers of cheese ravioli, marinara sauce, and melted mozzarella create a hearty meal that makes dinner simple and delicious for families seeking an easy weeknight solution.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound ground beef
Vegetables:
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Sauce and Pasta:
- 1 large jar (about 24 ounces / 680 grams) Prego pasta sauce
- 1 package (25 ounces / 709 grams) frozen ravioli
Cheese:
- 1 package Italian blend cheese
Instructions
- Sauté diced onions and minced garlic in a skillet over medium heat until they turn soft and aromatic, releasing their natural flavors.
- Add ground beef to the skillet, carefully breaking it into small, uniform crumbles while cooking until the meat is completely browned and no pink remains.
- Drain excess fat from the cooked beef mixture to ensure a lighter, less greasy final dish.
- Spread a smooth, even layer of marinara sauce (approximately or 180 milliliters) across the bottom of the slow cooker, creating a protective base for the ingredients.
- Arrange the first layer of frozen cheese ravioli directly on top of the sauce, ensuring they are evenly distributed and slightly overlapping.
- Distribute half of the seasoned ground beef mixture uniformly over the ravioli layer, providing a rich meaty component.
- Generously sprinkle of shredded Italian cheese blend across the beef, allowing it to melt and bind the layers.
- Repeat the layering process: add another layer of ravioli, remaining ground beef, and top with the final layer of cheese.
- Cover the slow cooker and set to low temperature, allowing the dish to cook slowly and develop deep, melded flavors for 4 to 6 hours.
- Verify the ravioli’s tenderness and cheese’s complete melting before serving the comforting one-pot meal.
Notes
- Effortless Meal Prep: This crockpot ravioli eliminates complicated cooking steps, making dinner a breeze for busy families or anyone craving comfort food.
- Freezer-Friendly Option: Use frozen ravioli directly from the package, saving time and reducing kitchen cleanup.
- Cheese Matters: Choose a high-quality Italian blend cheese for maximum flavor and creamy texture throughout the dish.
- Grease Management: Properly draining beef fat ensures a lighter, less greasy final meal and prevents excess liquid in the crockpot.
- Slow Cooking Magic: Low and slow cooking allows flavors to meld together, creating a rich and satisfying one-pot wonder.
- Versatile Base Recipe: Experiment with different ravioli types like spinach, cheese, or meat-filled to customize your meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 420 cal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg