Description

The name is somewhat confusing, since bowtie pasta is used instead of ravioli, but nevertheless, it is a wonderfully delicious casserole. This meal is so easy and delicious, you will add it to your meal rotation. Serve it with a side salad and Texas toast

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lb. lean ground beef mixture of ground beef and ground pork or ground turkey
• 1 c. white wine, optional
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
• 15 oz. can tomato sauce
• 15 oz. can stewed tomatoes
• 1 t. oregano
• 1 t. Italian seasoning
• salt and pepper, to taste
• 10 oz. frozen spinach, thawed, squeezed, water discarded (fresh is good as well)
• 16 oz. bowtie pasta, cooked (cooked cheese ravioli could be used, if desired)
• 1/2 c. Parmesan cheese, shredded
• 1 1/2 cup Mozzarella, shredded and divided

Steps

1. In a skillet, brown ground beef with onion and garlic. Add wine, cook till wine is reduced a little. Discard any fat.
2. Place a crock-pot liner in the base of the crock for easy clean up.
3. Place meat in the lined crock-pot; add sauce, tomatoes and seasonings.