Description
The Easiest Ever Crockpot Lasagna is a flavorful, comforting dish perfect for family gatherings. This hands-off recipe is a time-saver that transforms ordinary evenings into something special with layers of tender noodles, savory meat sauce, and creamy cheeses.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound extra-lean ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 jars tomato sauce
- 9 sheets lasagna noodles
- 15 ounces ricotta cheese
- 3 cups mozzarella cheese
- 1 bunch fresh basil
Instructions
- Step 1: In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown the beef until no longer pink. Add onion and garlic, stirring until fragrant. Stir in one jar of tomato sauce.
- Step 2: Spray the crockpot with cooking spray. Layer meat sauce, uncooked noodles, ricotta, and mozzarella. Repeat for three layers.
- Step 3: Pour the second jar of tomato sauce over the top, add a final layer of mozzarella, and pour 1/2 cup of water around the edges.
- Step 4: Cover and cook on high for 3 hours or low for 6 hours.
- Step 5: Let the lasagna sit for 10 minutes before serving, garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
This lasagna is perfect for meal prep, can be frozen for up to 3 months, and is ideal for busy weeknights. Consider adding chopped spinach or zucchini for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: crockpot lasagna, slow cooker dinner, comfort food, easy lasagna, family meal