Crockpot Saucy Ravioli With Meatballsl

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 8

Savory Crockpot Saucy Ravioli With Meatballs Recipe

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

4 hours

Ready In

4 hours 10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 jars spaghetti sauce with mushrooms and onions ( 52 ounces total )
	2 packages frozen beef ravioli ( 40-48 ounces total ) or ( 20 -24 ounce ) packages cheese ravioli ( 40-48 ounces total )
	1 package frozen cooked italian-style meatballs , thawed
	2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
	1/2 cup finely shredded parmesan cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

495

Sugar

11g

Fat

26g

This crockpot saucy ravioli with meatballs is the perfect solution for a busy weeknight dinner. The convenience of a crockpot means that you can prepare the ingredients in advance and have a delicious meal ready in just a few hours. The combination of savory red sauce, tender ravioli, juicy meatballs, and melted cheese make this dish a family favorite. It's filling, comforting, and easy to customize with your favorite ingredients. Add some veggies like bell peppers and zucchini to make it a complete meal.

Instructions

1.	Spray the inside of a crockpot with cooking spray.
2.	Spoon 1/2 cup of the sauce into the bottom of the crockpot.
3.	Add one bag of frozen ravioli on top of the sauce in an even layer.
4.	Add half of the meatballs on top of the ravioli.
5.	Pour one jar of spaghetti sauce over the meatballs and ravioli.
6.	Add 1 cup of shredded cheese and 1/4 cup of shredded parmesan over the sauce.
7.	Repeat layers starting with the frozen ravioli and ending with shredded parmesan cheese.
8.	Cover and cook on low heat for 3-4 hours until the ravioli is tender and fully cooked.

PROS

This crockpot saucy ravioli with meatballs is a simple one-pot meal that is quick to prepare and cook.

The resulting dish is delicious and filling with a rich and savory sauce, tender ravioli, and juicy meatballs.

CONS

This dish contains a lot of cheese, which can add to its caloric and fat content.

It is important to practice portion control when enjoying this meal as part of a well-balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this meal is not the healthiest option, it can be modified to include more vegetables for added nutrients and fiber.
The addition of lean protein from the meatballs and calcium from the cheese can also be beneficial in moderation.