Ingredients
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Gather these humble ingredients, and you’ll be well on your way to a satisfying meal:
- 1 pound ground beef or turkey
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 24 ounces marinara sauce
- 1 package (25 ounces) frozen cheese ravioli
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil, for garnish (optional)
Feel free to swap the ground meat for a plant-based alternative or add vegetables like spinach for an extra nutrient boost. Remember, home cooking is all about making it work for you!
Instructions
Let’s get cooking! Follow these simple steps to whip up this family favorite:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until it’s browned and crumbled, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the chopped onion and garlic to the skillet, cooking until the onion is translucent, about 3 minutes. Sprinkle in the oregano and basil, stirring to combine.
- Pour the marinara sauce into the skillet, mixing everything together. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- In the bottom of your crockpot, spread a thin layer of the meat sauce. Layer with half of the frozen ravioli, followed by half of the mozzarella cheese.
- Repeat the layers: meat sauce, ravioli, and mozzarella cheese.
- Sprinkle the top with Parmesan cheese for an extra cheesy crust.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or until the ravioli is tender and the cheese is bubbly. If you’re anything like me, the hardest part is waiting!
- Once cooked, garnish with fresh basil if desired, and serve hot. Enjoy the smiles around your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Keywords: Crockpot Ravioli Lasagna, recipe, cooking, food
