Imagine coming home to a kitchen filled with the irresistible aroma of a hearty, soul-warming soup that requires minimal effort but delivers maximum flavor. This Julie's Slow Cooker Tomato Basil Ravioli Soup is your ticket to an effortless, mouthwatering meal that will transform your dinner routine from mundane to magnificent. With just a few simple ingredients and your trusty slow cooker, you'll create a restaurant-quality dish that will have your family and friends begging for seconds!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 4 hrs
Total Time: 4 hrs 10 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1 jar marinara sauce
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 package frozen cheese ravioli
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by dicing the onion, mincing the garlic, and chopping the fresh basil leaves.
- Lightly spray the interior of your slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the bottom of the slow cooker, creating an aromatic base for the soup.
- Pour in the marinara sauce, vegetable broth, and diced tomatoes, stirring gently to combine all liquid ingredients.
- Season the mixture with salt and pepper, adjusting to your preferred taste level.
- Add the frozen cheese ravioli directly into the liquid, ensuring they are mostly submerged.
- Cover the slow cooker and set to low heat, cooking for 4 hours until ravioli are tender and soup is heated through.
- During the last 30 minutes of cooking, stir in the chopped fresh basil to infuse the soup with herb flavor.
- Once cooking is complete, gently stir the soup to distribute ravioli and ensure even heating.
- Serve hot, garnishing each bowl with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and additional basil if desired.
Tips
- For the best flavor, use high-quality marinara sauce and fresh basil leaves.
- If using fresh ravioli instead of frozen, reduce cooking time to 2-3 hours to prevent overcooking.
- For a richer soup, substitute half the vegetable broth with chicken broth.
- Add a splash of heavy cream in the last 30 minutes for a creamier texture.
- Experiment with different cheese ravioli varieties like spinach or mushroom-filled.
- Don't skip the Parmesan garnish - it adds a crucial depth of flavor.
- Prep ingredients the night before to make morning preparation a breeze.
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 15g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 35mg
