Description
A delightful slow cooker version of classic lasagna that combines soft noodles, melted cheese, and savory layers of meat and sauce with minimal hands-on effort.
Ingredients
- Lasagna noodles
- Ricotta cheese
- Mozzarella cheese
- Parmesan cheese
- Marinara sauce
- Ground beef (or sausage)
- Italian seasoning
- Garlic, chopped
- Onion, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef (or sausage) with chopped onions and garlic in a pan. Drain excess fat.
- Layer marinara sauce, broken lasagna noodles, ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, and the browned meat mixture in a slow cooker.
- Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, ending with mozzarella on top.
- Sprinkle Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper over the layers.
- Cover and cook on low for about 240-360 minutes until noodles are tender and cheese is melted.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Browning the meat first enhances flavor. Ensure even layering to help noodles cook properly. Add a splash of water if edges are dry.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg