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Slow Cooker Lasagna

Irresistible Slow Cooker Lasagna for Cozy Nights In

Enjoy a comforting Slow Cooker Lasagna that combines layers of gooey cheese and rich meat sauce with minimal prep time.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Sauce
  • 1 pound Ground Beef or ground turkey for a leaner option
  • 1 cup Chopped Onion yellow or white onions for best results
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic or garlic powder
  • 24 ounces Pasta Sauce your favorite brand or homemade
  • 15 ounces Tomato Sauce crushed tomatoes for chunkier texture
  • 2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning fresh herbs can substitute
For the Cheesy Layers
  • 15 ounces Ricotta Cheese blend with an egg for texture
  • 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella part-skim for a lighter option
  • ½ cup Grated Parmesan for extra flavor
For Assembly
  • 9 sheets Oven-Ready Noodles no pre-cooking necessary
  • 2 cups Water helps cook noodles properly

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • skillet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Brown the Meat: In a skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef, chopped onion, and minced garlic. Cook for about 7-10 minutes until browned. Drain excess fat.
  2. Prepare the Sauce: Stir in pasta sauce, tomato sauce, and Italian seasoning into the skillet. Simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
  3. Mix the Cheese Filling: Combine ricotta cheese, 1½ cups of shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, and a beaten egg in a bowl until smooth.
  4. Assemble the Lasagna: Spread a layer of meat sauce in the slow cooker, then layer noodles, cheese mixture, and repeat until finished with meat sauce on top.
  5. Add Water and Cook: Pour 2 cups of water around the edges of the slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours.
  6. Melt the Cheese Topping: About 10 minutes before serving, add remaining shredded mozzarella on top. Cover to melt.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Layer ingredients evenly to prevent soggy noodles. Do not lift the lid during cooking.

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