Italian Ravioli Stew

2 cups sliced fresh carrots
1 cup onions, chopped
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans chicken broth
1 (14 1/2 ounce) cans Italian-style diced tomatoes, undrained
1 (19 ounce) can white kidney or cannelloni beans, drained
2 teaspoons diced basil leaves
1 (9 ounce) package refrigerated Italian sausage or cheese filled ravioli

Combine all ingredients, except ravioli, in a 3 1/2- to 4-quart crock pot. Mix well. Cover; cook on LOW for 6 hours or until vegetables are tender.

Before serving, increase heat to HIGH. Add ravioli; cover and cook an additional 8 minutes or until ravioli are tender.

Servings: 8