Dive into comfort food heaven with this Crock Pot Cheesy Ravioli Casserole, a family-friendly meal that combines layers of hearty ground beef, gooey melted cheeses, and pillowy cheese ravioliβall cooked to perfection in your slow cooker. Featuring a savory blend of marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, and a trio of mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan cheeses, this recipe bursts with rich, satisfying flavors. The best part? With minimal prep time and the ease of a "set it and forget it" crock pot cooking method, this cheesy casserole is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends at home. Serve this irresistible dish straight from the slow cooker, garnished with fresh herbs, for a meal that's sure to become a household favorite.
Spray the inside of the crock pot with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and fully cooked, breaking it up into crumbles as it cooks. Drain excess grease if needed.
Add the marinara sauce, diced tomatoes (if using), Italian seasoning, and minced garlic to the skillet with the cooked ground beef. Stir well to combine and let it simmer for 3-5 minutes. Turn off the heat.
Spread a thin layer of the beef sauce mixture on the bottom of the crock pot to prevent sticking.
Add one layer of frozen cheese ravioli on top of the sauce in the crock pot.
Spoon another layer of the beef sauce mixture over the ravioli, spreading it evenly.
Sprinkle a layer of shredded mozzarella cheese, cheddar cheese, and Parmesan cheese over the sauce.
Repeat the layers (ravioli, beef sauce, and cheeses) until all ingredients are used, finishing with a final layer of cheese on top.
Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on LOW for 4 hours or until the ravioli is tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese or fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy!
Calories |
4146 | ||
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% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 236.7 g | 303% | |
| Saturated Fat | 117.7 g | 588% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 793 mg | 264% | |
| Sodium | 6952 mg | 302% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 259.4 g | 94% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.1 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.5 g | ||
| Protein | 247.9 g | 496% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 3700 mg | 285% | |
| Iron | 20.5 mg | 114% | |
| Potassium | 2926 mg | 62% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.