Description
A comforting slow cooker lasagna that’s easy to prepare and packed with cheesy goodness and rich flavors.
Ingredients
- Lasagna Noodles
- Ricotta Cheese
- Mozzarella Cheese
- Parmesan Cheese
- Marinara Sauce
- Ground Beef (or Sausage)
- Italian Seasoning
- Garlic
- Onion
- Salt and Pepper
Instructions
- Brown the meat: In a skillet over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil and put in your ground beef or sausage. Cook it until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula as it cooks. Don’t forget to season with salt and pepper.
- Add aromatics: Toss in chopped onions and minced garlic to the meat. Sauté until the onions become translucent and the garlic smells amazing, about 3-5 minutes.
- Mix the sauce: In a large bowl, combine the marinara sauce with Italian seasoning. Stir in the cooked meat mixture until it’s well incorporated.
- Prepare the cheese mixture: In another bowl, mix the ricotta cheese with an egg (if using), a sprinkle of salt, and some Italian seasoning.
- Layer it up: Start layering in your slow cooker with a scoop of the meat sauce, followed by lasagna noodles, ricotta mixture, and mozzarella. Repeat the layers, finishing with a layer of meat sauce on top.
- Cook low and slow: Cover your slow cooker, set it on low for 4-6 hours, or high for about 2-3 hours.
- Let it sit: After cooking, let the lasagna sit for about 15-20 minutes before slicing.
Notes
For different variations, consider adding vegetables for a vegetarian option or using alfredo sauce instead of marinara for a creamy version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: slow cooker, lasagna, comfort food, easy recipe, Italian