Dinner for 8
Slow Cooker Ravioli Lasagna
Beef, marinara, tomatoes, and frozen ravioli cook in a slow cooker, then finish with melted mozzarella and Parmesan.
$7.96for 4 servings
$1.99 per serving$7.96 for 4
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- 230 minstart to table
- Involveddifficulty
- 8servings as written
- $typical cost tier
AmericanHigh-proteinKid-friendlyBudgetFamilyDinnersSlow cookerCold-weather comfort
What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Ground beef$5.49/lb typical | 1 lb | $5.49Typical price |
| Onions$1.29/lb typical | 0.4 lb | $0.52Typical price |
| Garlic$0.75 each typical | 0.25 | $0.22Typical price |
| Pasta sauce$0.10/oz typical | 24 oz | $2.40Typical price |
| Canned tomatoes$0.08/oz typical | 15 oz | $1.16Typical price |
| Pasta$0.10/oz typical | 25 oz | $2.50Typical price |
| Mozzarella$0.30/oz typical | 10 oz | $3.00Typical price |
| Parmesan$0.55/oz typical | 1 oz | $0.48Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $15.93 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
Dried spices (cumin, paprika, chili powder, oregano)Salt and pepper
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 yellow onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- 14 1/2 oz canned diced tomatoes
- 1 1/2 tsp italian seasoning
- salt and pepper to taste (optional)
- 25 oz frozen cheese ravioli
- 2 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese
Steps
- Cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic in a skillet over medium heat for 8 minutes, until the beef reaches 160 F.
- Stir the marinara sauce, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper into the cooked beef for 7 minutes.
- Layer half the sauce, half the frozen ravioli, and half the mozzarella in a 6-quart slow cooker, then repeat.
- Cover and cook on high for 3 hours and 20 minutes, until the ravioli are tender.
- Top with the Parmesan and remaining mozzarella, cover, and cook for 10 minutes until melted.
Swaps
- Ground beef for Ground turkeyabout $0.50/lb less at typical prices
- Onions for Red onionsabout $0.20/lb more at typical prices
- Mozzarella for Cheddar and shredded cheeseabout the same price
- Pasta for Egg noodlesabout $0.04/oz more at typical prices
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