Description
Transform traditional lasagna into a simple slow cooker dish that layers classic flavors with minimal effort, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- Lasagna noodles
- Ricotta cheese
- Mozzarella cheese
- Parmesan cheese
- Marinara sauce
- Ground beef (or sausage)
- Italian seasoning
- Garlic
- Onion
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef (or sausage) in a pan with chopped onions and garlic. Drain the excess fat.
- Layer marinara sauce on the bottom of your slow cooker.
- Add broken lasagna noodles over the sauce.
- Spoon dollops of ricotta cheese and sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the noodles.
- Layer the browned meat mixture next.
- Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with mozzarella on top.
- Sprinkle Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper over the final layer.
- 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
Using fresh ingredients enhances flavor. Consider adding vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for added nutrition.
