Ah, crockpot ravioli—comfort food with almost zero effort! Here’s a simple, hearty recipe you can throw in your slow cooker:
Ingredients
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1 (24 oz) jar marinara or pasta sauce
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1 (16 oz) package frozen ravioli (cheese or meat)
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1/2 cup water or broth (optional, depending on sauce thickness)
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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1/2 tsp garlic powder (optional)
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1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for a little heat)
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan
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Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
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Layer the sauce: Pour half of the marinara sauce into the crockpot.
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Add ravioli: Place frozen ravioli in a single layer over the sauce.
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Season: Sprinkle Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes (if using) over the ravioli.
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Add remaining sauce: Pour the rest of the sauce over the ravioli. Add water or broth if the sauce is very thick.
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Cook: Cover and cook on low for 3–4 hours or on high for 1.5–2 hours, until ravioli is tender. Avoid stirring too much to prevent ravioli from sticking together.
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Add cheese: Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan over the top during the last 10–15 minutes of cooking. Cover to let cheese melt.
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Serve: Garnish with fresh basil and serve hot.
💡 Tips:
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For extra flavor, brown some ground beef or sausage and layer it in with the sauce.
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You can also toss in spinach or mushrooms during the last hour for a veggie boost.
If you want, I can give a “dump-and-go” version with minimal cleanup that’s even faster for weeknight dinners. Do you want me to do that?
