Lazy Day Ravioli Lasagna (Printable Version)
Frozen ravioli, tomato sauce, and cheese combine for a simple, delicious Italian-inspired layered dish.
# Ingredients:
→ Sauce
01 -
6 cups homemade meat sauce or 48 ounces (2 24 oz jars) marinara sauce
→ Pasta and Cheese
02 -
1 package (20 to 25 ounces) frozen cheese ravioli
03 -
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
04 -
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
05 -
1 cup ricotta cheese, optional
→ Garnish
06 -
Fresh basil leaves
# Steps:
01 -
Spread 1 to 2 cups of sauce evenly over the bottom of the slow cooker.
02 -
Arrange a single layer of frozen cheese ravioli over the sauce. Spoon 1 to 2 cups of sauce on top, sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan, and dot with ricotta if desired.
03 -
Continue layering ravioli, sauce, and cheeses until all ingredients are used, finishing with sauce and a generous layer of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
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Cover and cook on low heat for 3 to 4 hours, until ravioli is tender and cheese is fully melted.
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Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil and additional Parmesan if desired.
# Notes:
01 -
For extra flavor and nutrition, add finely chopped spinach, mushrooms, or zucchini between the layers.