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Slow Cooker Lasagna


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

A delicious slow cooker lasagna made with layers of meat sauce, ricotta, and plenty of cheese.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef (or Italian sausage)
  • 1 jar spaghetti sauce (24 ounces)
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 container ricotta cheese (15 ounces)
  • 2 cups shredded Italian Cheese (divided)
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese (divided)
  • 1 egg
  • 2 Tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
  • 6 lasagna noodles (uncooked)

Instructions

  1. Brown ground beef in a large skillet; drain grease and rinse well.
  2. Stir in spaghetti sauce and water.
  3. In another bowl mix ricotta, 1 1/2 cups Italian cheese, 2 Tablespoons Parmesan, egg and parsley.
  4. Spoon 1 cup meat sauce into slow cooker; top with 3 lasagna noodles, broken to fit; and half of cheese mixture.
  5. Cover with 2 cups meat sauce. Top with remaining noodles, broken to fit; cheese mixture and meat sauce. Cover with lid.
  6. Cook on low 4-6 hours or until liquid is absorbed.
  7. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  8. Let stand, covered for 10 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Notes

  • Optional: Serve with a side salad for a complete meal.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg