Crock Pot Ravioli Casserole
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Crock Pot Ravioli Casserole, a hearty and effortless weeknight dinner that brings the flavors of Italian cuisine straight to your slow cooker. Featuring layers of tender frozen cheese ravioli, rich marinara meat sauce infused with garlic and Italian seasoning, and a generous topping of gooey melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. With just 20 minutes of prep time, your crock pot does all the work, creating a mouthwatering casserole perfect for feeding a family or a hungry group. Garnish with fresh basil for a burst of color and freshness, and serve it bubbling hot for a meal that's as comforting as it is delicious. Whether you're looking for a simple slow cooker recipe or crave a cheesy pasta dish, this crock pot ravioli casserole is sure to satisfy!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 1 medium, diced Yellow onion
- 3 cloves, minced Garlic
- 24 ounces Marinara sauce
- 14.5 ounces Diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 25 ounces Frozen cheese ravioli
- 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional for garnish) Fresh basil
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up into crumbles as it cooks. Drain any excess grease.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the cooked beef. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion softens and becomes translucent.
Stir in the marinara sauce, diced tomatoes, and Italian seasoning. Let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes, then remove it from heat.
Spray the inside of the crock pot with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
Spread a thin layer of the meat sauce on the bottom of the crock pot.
Add a layer of frozen cheese ravioli on top of the sauce (about half of the ravioli).
Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the ravioli.
Repeat the layers: spread another layer of meat sauce, add the remaining ravioli, and top with another cup of shredded mozzarella cheese.
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly on the top layer for extra flavor.
Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours, or until the ravioli is tender and the cheese is bubbly and melted.
Once done, uncover the crock pot and let the casserole cool for 5-10 minutes to set.
Before serving, garnish with chopped fresh basil, if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
660 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.7 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.3 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 114 mg | 38% | |
| Sodium | 1040 mg | 45% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.8 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.4 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.5 g | ||
| Protein | 37.0 g | 74% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 500 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 524 mg | 11% | |
*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.
