Description
Slow Cooker Lasagna is a comforting and delectable dish that layers rich marinara sauce, creamy ricotta, and gooey mozzarella for an irresistible meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this dish cooks slowly to meld the flavors beautifully while you relax. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, it’s sure to become a favorite in your weekly rotation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 no-boil lasagna noodles
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 3 cups marinara sauce
- 15 oz whole milk ricotta cheese
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked; drain excess fat.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, egg, Italian seasoning, and salt until smooth.
- Spread a layer of marinara sauce in the slow cooker. Add lasagna noodles, half of the ricotta mixture, half of the ground beef, and one-third of the mozzarella.
- Repeat layers: more marinara sauce, noodles, remaining ricotta mixture, ground beef, and another third of mozzarella. Finish with a final layer of noodles topped with marinara sauce.
- Sprinkle remaining mozzarella and Parmesan on top.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, add sautéed onions or bell peppers to the ground beef. Substitute cottage cheese for ricotta for a lighter option. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to five days.