This Slow-Cooker Ravioli Lasagna has all the delicious flavors of a classic lasagna with a fraction of the effort. You'll end up with a delicious lasagna with meat, cheese, and ravioli in every bite!
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Why This Recipe Stands Out
We believe that cooking should be fun and stress-free. That’s why we’re excited to share our Slow-Cooker Ravioli Lasagna recipe with you. Here’s why we love it:
- Convenience: This recipe is designed for a slow-cooker, meaning you can set it and forget it, freeing up your time to do other things.
- Easy Ingredients: You’ll find all the ingredients for this recipe at your local grocery store. It’s that simple.
- Quick Prep: It only takes 15 minutes to prepare this recipe. That’s quicker than most lasagna recipes.
- Family-Friendly: This recipe is a crowd-pleaser, making it the perfect dish for family gatherings and potlucks. For more potluck recipes, check out these incredible potluck ideas for church and office!
- Versatile: You can easily customize this recipe by using your favorite type of ravioli and pasta sauce.
Key Ingredients
- Pasta Sauce – The pasta sauce is the star of our recipe, infusing the ravioli with robust Italian flavors.
- Ravioli – We use a 24 oz pack of any kind, around 18 pieces, of ravioli. You can use any filling you prefer, such as cheese, spinach, or meat.
- Grated Mozzarella – It adds a creamy, cheesy layer that takes this dish to the next level.
- Avocado Oil or Olive Oil – We use 1 tablespoon of avocado oil or olive oil to prevent the ravioli from sticking together and to add a subtle fruity note to the dish.
Substitutions and Variations
This Slow-Cooker Ravioli Lasagna recipe is already a crowd-pleaser, but here are some fun substitutions and variations you can try to make it your own:
- Pasta Sauce: Feel free to use your favorite marinara sauce or even a meat-based sauce if you prefer.
- Cheese: While we used mozzarella, you can definitely experiment with other types of cheese. Try a blend of different cheeses for a more complex flavor, or swap the mozzarella for cheddar for a sharper, more pronounced cheesy flavor.
- Herbs: If parsley isn't your thing, feel free to experiment with different herbs. Basil or oregano would be great options and would complement the Italian flavors in this dish beautifully.
- Meat: If you want to add some protein to this dish, feel free to brown some ground meat or Italian sausage and layer it with the ravioli and cheese.
How to Make Slow-Cooker Ravioli Lasagna
Step 1: Brush the slow cooker bowl with oil and spread 1 cup of tomato sauce on the bottom. Layer 9 pieces of ravioli and sprinkle with 1 cup of mozzarella.
Step 2: Repeat the layer of pasta sauce, the remaining ravioli, and 1 cup of cheese.
Step 3: Pour the remaining pasta sauce over the ravioli and sprinkle with 1 cup of cheese. Cook on low for 7 hours.
Step 4: Sprinkle fresh parsley and serve.
For full list of ingredients and instructions, see recipe card below.
What to Serve with Slow-Cooker Ravioli Lasagna
Vegetables
- A light, fresh salad is a great way to balance out the heartiness of this dish. We love this Marinated Zucchini Salad and Healthy Napa Cabbage Salad.
- If you're looking to add more veggies to your meal, consider steaming or roasting some broccoli, asparagus, or green beans to serve on the side.
Bread
- Garlic bread is a classic Italian side that pairs perfectly with ravioli. You can make your own or pick up a loaf from the bakery to keep things easy.
Soup
- A warm, comforting soup can be a great starter or side for lasagna. We recommend a cozy autumn butternut squash and tomato soup or a vegan tomato soup.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can use any kind of ravioli for this recipe. Whether it's cheese-filled, meat-filled, or even spinach-filled, it will work perfectly in the slow cooker.
No, you do not need to cook the ravioli before adding it to the slow cooker. It will cook perfectly in the sauce while the lasagna is cooking.
This slow-cooker ravioli lasagna can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Just make sure to store it in an airtight container. You can also freeze it for up to 2 months. To reheat, simply transfer it to a microwave-safe dish and heat it in the microwave until it's heated through.
Recipe
Slow-Cooker Ravioli Lasagna
Ingredients
- 25 oz pasta sauce
- 8 oz mozzarella grated on large holes of box grater
- 24 oz ravioli any kind, around 18 pieces
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil or olive oil
- ¼ c parsley chopped
Instructions
- Brush the bowl of the slow cooker with avocado oil and spread 1 cup of tomato sauce on the bottom.
- Scatter 9 pieces of ravioli (half of all ravioli) over the sauce. Sprinkle with 1 cup of mozzarella.
- Repeat the layer of pasta sauce, the remaining ravioli, and 1 cup of cheese.
- Pour the remaining pasta sauce over the ravioli, and sprinkle with 1 cup of cheese. Cook on low for 7 hours or on high for 3 ½ hours.
- Sprinkle ravioli with the fresh parsley and serve.
Notes
- This slow-cooker ravioli lasagna is an easy and delicious family meal that you can put together with just a few simple ingredients and minimal effort. With the help of your slow cooker, it's a hands-off dinner that's perfect for busy weeknights.
- To make sure your ravioli lasagna doesn't stick to the slow cooker, be sure to brush the bowl with avocado oil or olivе oil before layerіng your іngredіents. This will also help the lasagna to slide out easily when servіng.
- We recommend using a 25 oz jar of pasta sauce, but feel free to use your favorite homemade sauce if you have one. This dish is verѕatіle, so you can also add ground beef, turkey, or sausage for a heartier meal.
- Remember to gratе the mozzarella cheese on the large holes of a box grater. This creates the perfect texture for melting and gives your lasagna a gooey, cheesy finish.
- If you're in a rush, you can cook thіs recіpe on hіgh for 3 ½ hours, but we recommend the low setting for 7 hours for the best results. This allows the flavors to meld and the ravioli to cook to perfectіon.
- After the lasagna is done cooking, don't forget to add a pop of color and freshness with some chopped parsley.
- Serve your slow-cooker ravioli lasagna with a side of garlic bread or a crisp green salad for a satisfying meal that the whole family will love.
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Iryna Bychkiv is the founder and writer of the culinary website Lavender & Macarons, where she shares clean, European-inspired recipes that are delicious, easy to prepare, and made with wholesome ingredients. Iryna loves creating meals that are simple yet healthy and unique, including vegan and vegetarian recipes.
Iryna is also a freelance writer for MSN and Associated Press Wire.
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