Description
Crockpot Million Dollar Ravioli is a comforting, flavorful slow cooker meal featuring tender frozen cheese ravioli simmered in a creamy, savory sauce with smoked turkey bacon and plant-based cheese. This effortless recipe is perfect for busy days, delivering rich textures and warm aromas that the whole family will adore.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 4 cups frozen cheese ravioli (plant-based)
- 6 slices smoked turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 1 tsp natural gelling agent
Creamy Sauce
- 4 oz plant-based cream cheese
Herbs and Seasoning
- 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh oregano, chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prep the Ingredients: Chop the onion, garlic, and smoked turkey bacon into bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking and enhanced flavor. Keep the frozen ravioli ready to use straight from the freezer.
- Combine Base Ingredients: In the crockpot, place diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, and natural gelling agent. Stir well to blend evenly.
- Layer Main Components: Add the chopped smoked turkey bacon, onion, garlic, and frozen ravioli on top of the liquid mixture to help the ravioli cook evenly without sticking to the bottom.
- Add the Creamy Touch: Dollop plant-based cream cheese over the top. It will slowly melt into the sauce during cooking, creating a creamy, millionaire texture.
- Set and Forget: Cover and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours until ravioli is tender and the sauce has thickened beautifully.
- Finish with Fresh Herbs and Seasoning: Stir in chopped fresh basil and oregano, then taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed before serving.
Notes
- Use frozen ravioli straight from the freezer to prevent mushiness.
- Layer ravioli on top to maintain texture and prevent sticking.
- Cook on low to allow flavors to meld and avoid overcooking.
- Add fresh herbs at the end to retain their brightness and aroma.
- If sauce thickens too much, add a splash of vegetable broth to loosen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 to 6 hours
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Crockpot, slow cooker, ravioli, plant-based cheese, smoked turkey bacon, creamy sauce, comfort food, family meal