Name: Easy Slow Cooker Lasagna Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 6 h
Total time: 6 h 10 min
Cuisine: Italian American
Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef or turkey; 1 onion, chopped; 2 24-ounce jars of Italian pasta sauce; 16 uncooked no-boil lasagna noodles; 32 ounces part-skim ricotta cheese; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 cups shredded Mozzarella cheese; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 2 cups chopped fresh baby spinach; 1 zucchini, thinly sliced; 1/4 cup finely-chopped fresh basil

Description

This Slow Cooker Lasagna is an easy recipe, packed with Italian pasta flavors, layers of gooey cheese, and plenty of fresh vegetables. It makes enough for a crowd and is perfect for a stress-free dinner.

Ingredients

Scale

1 pound ground beef or turkey
1 onion, chopped
2 24-ounce jars of Italian pasta sauce
16 uncooked no-boil lasagna noodles
32 ounces part-skim ricotta cheese
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups shredded Mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cups chopped fresh baby spinach
1 zucchini, thinly sliced
1/4 cup finely-chopped fresh basil

Instructions

Step: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground meat, chopped onions, and garlic until browned. Set aside.
Step: While the meat cooks, chop the spinach and thinly slice the zucchini.
Step: Spray the slow cooker insert with cooking spray and spread 1 1/2 cups of pasta sauce on the bottom.
Step: Layer 4 lasagna noodles over the sauce, breaking them to fit.
Step: Add 1/3 of the ricotta cheese in dollops, followed by 1/3 of the Mozzarella, Parmesan, meat mixture, spinach, zucchini, and sauce.
Step: Repeat the layering process twice more for a total of 3 layers.
Step: Top with the final layer of noodles, remaining sauce, and a sprinkling of Mozzarella.
Step: Cover and cook on high for 3 to 4 hours or on low for 6 to 8 hours until noodles are tender.
Step: Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan and fresh basil, letting it sit for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

For an extra flavor boost, mix 2 tablespoons of fresh chopped herbs like parsley or basil directly into the ricotta cheese before spreading.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 360 minutes
Category: Slow Cooker
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: Italian American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 410 kcal
Sugar: 8 g
Sodium: 720 mg
Fat: 16 g
Saturated Fat: 8 g
Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 42 g
Fiber: 4 g
Protein: 25 g
Cholesterol: 65 mg

Keywords: Slow Cooker, Lasagna, Italian American, Vegetarian-friendly option, Pasta, Comfort food