Lasagna is a classic comfort food that brings warmth and joy to the dinner table. However, making it can sometimes feel daunting due to the time and effort involved. That’s where the magic of a crockpot comes in! This Crockpot Lasagna recipe is a game-changer, allowing you to enjoy all the delicious layers of cheesy, saucy goodness without the fuss. Perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy weekend meal, this recipe will become a family favorite. Let’s dive into the easy steps to create this mouthwatering dish.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small yellow onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 (24oz) jars of spaghetti sauce
- 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
- 12 ounces lasagana noodles, not the no boil kind
- 1/2 cup water
- 15 ounces ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese
- 1 large egg
- 16 ounces mozzarella shredded
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions:
Step 1 : In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef. Cook until it begins to brown, breaking it up as you cook. Add the onion and garlic. Cook until the onions are soft, about 5 minutes. Drain the excess fat.
Step 2: Add the tomato sauce, water, italian seasoning, salt and pepper to the meat mixture and set aside. Taste and add more salt and/or pepper to taste.
Step 3: Set aside 1 1/2 cups of mozzarella and 1/4 cup of parmesan cheese. This will be for topping at the end. In a large bowl mix together the ricotto, cottage cheese, eggs, and the remainder of the mozzarella and Parmesan.
Step 4: Spray your 6 to 8 quart crockpot with cooking spray. Add some of the sauce and meat mixture to the bottom. Add a layer of uncooked lasagna noodles. You will need to break them and rearrange them to fit. Top the noodles with some of the cheese mixture and then more sauce and meat. Repeat until you have used all the ingredients. Top with the set aside cheese.
Step 5: Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours. Cooking times on crockpots vary greatly. It was finished in my crockpot after 4.5 hours.
If you loved this easy Crockpot Lasagna recipe, don’t forget to share it with your friends and family. Let us know in the comments how it turned out for you, and share your twists on this classic dish. Happy cooking!