Who says you can’t whip up a delicious meal in a jiffy? The Crockpot Ravioli Casserole is here to prove otherwise. This recipe offers a hearty and flavorsome dinner that’s easy to prepare. All you need are some basic ingredients and a slow cooker to create this comforting dish – perfect for anyone seeking a fuss-free meal option.
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Ingredients For Crockpot Ravioli Casserole:
Ground beef: our dish is made more delicious and nutritious with the inclusion of ground beef, which imparts protein and flavor to the recipe.
Onion, chopped: Adding onion imparts a delicious combination of sweet and savory flavors to the overall taste.
Garlic, minced: The addition of garlic offers a pleasant and savory taste to the food.
Diced tomatoes: Our recipe is enhanced by the addition of diced tomatoes, which brings a satisfying acidic balance.
Spaghetti sauce: The rich and savory taste of the spaghetti sauce elevates the flavor of Crockpot Ravioli Casserole to a whole new level.
Italian seasoning: The addition of Italian seasoning brings forth a delightful herbal taste.
Frozen cheese ravioli: The frozen cheese ravioli simplifies the cooking process while imparting a savory cheesy essence to the dish.
Shredded mozzarella cheese: The inclusion of shredded mozzarella cheese enhances the dish’s texture, resulting in a scrumptious and gooey mouthfeel.
How to make Crockpot Ravioli Casserole:
To begin the cooking procedure, use a generous-sized frying pan to cook the ground beef until it’s browned and fully cooked.
Don’t forget to remove any excess fat.
Toss the chopped onion and minced garlic into the pan alongside the cooked beef and sauté until the onions become soft and clear.
Mix the can of diced tomatoes, a jar of spaghetti sauce, and Italian seasoning into the recipe by stirring them together.
For a mouth-watering crockpot meal, layer the bottom of your pot with half of the frozen cheese ravioli, then add half of the meat sauce and half of the shredded mozzarella cheese.
Layer the remaining frozen cheese ravioli, meat sauce, and shredded mozzarella cheese again, following the same process as before.
Cover the crockpot with its lid and cook on low heat for 4-6 hours or high heat for 2-3 hours, until the cheese is molten and foamy.
Serve the dish hot and revel in its flavors!
My Best Tips:
- To give your dish an additional burst of flavor, consider adding some freshly chopped basil or parsley before serving.
- If you enjoy your food on the spicier side, try enhancing your meat sauce mixture with a dash of red pepper flakes or hot sauce.
- To streamline the process, consider substituting pre-cooked and crumbled ground beef or Italian sausage for the cooked meat that is required in the recipe.
The step-by-step instructions Crockpot Ravioli Casserole pictures can be found in the recipe card below.
Questions and answers about the Crockpot Ravioli Casserole recipe
Crock-pot ravioli casserole Variations:
If you want a meat-free version of this recipe, swap the ground beef for sliced mushrooms and chopped zucchini.
To make this dish gluten-free, you have a couple of options: switch to gluten-free cheese ravioli or substitute the ravioli with gluten-free pasta shells or penne.
If you’re looking to take our dish to the next level of deliciousness, try including some diced, cooked bacon or prosciutto into the meat sauce mixture.
Have a look at our other casserole recipes, how about easy twice baked potato casserole recipe
What Do You Serve ravioli casserole crock pot?
The heartiness of this dish renders it a complete meal by itself, but it would be wise to complement it with a piece of crusty bread or a light green salad for a more fulfilling dining affair.
Can You Freeze crock-pot ravioli casserole?
This dish can be frozen by allowing it to cool entirely, and then transferring it to an airtight container or a freezer-safe bag. It can be stored in the freezer for up to three months. When ready to eat, defrost it overnight in the fridge and heat it in the microwave or oven.
Can You Store Crockpot Ravioli Casserole?
You can keep the ravioli crockpot casserole fresh for a maximum of 72 hours in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
To reheat, use either the microwave or oven until it is heated through.
Can you cook ravioli without boiling?
Boiling ravioli is not a must! In this recipe, frozen cheese ravioli is placed straight into the crockpot without pre-boiling. The slow cooking process guarantees that the ravioli is fully cooked and deliciously tender.
The Calories in the Recipe:
On average, this particular recipe yields 8 servings with each serving containing roughly 400-500 calories.
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Crockpot Ravioli Casserole
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 package frozen cheese ravioli
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 jar spaghetti sauce
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Heat the minced beef in a large pan until it's cooked through and browned. Remove any excess oil or fat.
- Toss in some diced onions and minced garlic to the pan along with the browned ground beef, and sauté until the onions turn tender and translucent.
- Combine a can of chopped tomatoes, a jar of spaghetti sauce, and Italian seasoning by stirring vigorously.
- The first layer in the crockpot should consist of half of the frozen cheese ravioli on the bottom, followed by half of the meat sauce and half of the shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Create another layer by using the leftover frozen cheese ravioli, meat sauce, and shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Keep the crockpot covered and cook it for 4-6 hours on low heat or 2-3 hours on high heat until the cheese has melted and become bubbly.
- Once it's done, serve it hot and enjoy its scrumptiousness!
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