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Slow Cooker Lasagna

A hearty and delicious slow cooker lasagna that's perfect for busy days, offering minimal effort with maximum flavor. A family favorite with plenty of servings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 9 pieces Lasagna noodles No-boil lasagna noodles recommended
  • 15 oz Ricotta cheese For creaminess and richness
  • 16 oz Mozzarella cheese Use shredded for easier layering
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese For topping and added flavor
  • 24 oz Marinara sauce Store-bought or homemade
  • 1 lb Ground beef or sausage Can substitute with a vegetarian option
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning Enhances flavor
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced for better flavor
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped
  • 1 tsp Salt To taste
  • 1 tsp Pepper To taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Brown the ground beef (or sausage) with chopped onions and garlic in a pan. Drain excess fat after cooking.
  2. In a slow cooker, layer marinara sauce, broken lasagna noodles, ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, and the browned meat mixture. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, ending with mozzarella on top.
  3. Sprinkle Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper over the layers.
Cooking
  1. Cover and cook on low for about 4-6 hours until noodles are tender and cheese is melted.
  2. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Serve hot with fresh basil or more Parmesan cheese. Pair with a green salad and garlic bread. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for 2-3 months.