Crockpot Lasagna
Ingredients
- 1 lbground beef
- 1 smallyellow onion
diced
- 3 clovegarlic
minced
- 44 oztomato sauce)
29 ounce and 15 ounce can of just tomato sauce, not spaghetti sauce with seasoning (1247 grams
- 6 oztomato paste
- 1 tbsporegano
- 1 tbspbasil
- 1 ½ tspkosher salt
- ½ tspblack pepper
- ½ tspred pepper flakes
- 12 ozlasagana noodles)
the regular kind, not the no boil kind (340 grams
- 15 ozricotta cheese
- 2 largeeggs
- 16 ozmozzarella
- 1 cParmesan cheese
Directions
- 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.
- 2
Add the tomato sauce, tomato paste, salt, oregano, basil, and pepper to the meat mixture and set aside. Taste and add more salt and/or pepper to taste.
- 3
Set aside 1 1/2 cups of mozzarella and 1/4 cup of parmesan cheese. This will be for topping at the end.
- 4
In a large bowl mix together the ricotta, eggs, and the remainder of the mozzarella and Parmesan.
- 5
Spray your 6 to 8 quart crockpot with cooking spray. Add a ladle full 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 (save the set aside cheese). Top with the set aside cheese.
- 6
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 four hours.
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About this Recipe
Craving a deeply comforting, hearty meal without the usual fuss? This Crockpot Lasagna recipe delivers, allowing you to come home to a delicious and satisfying dinner that practically made itself. It’s the perfect solution for busy days when you still want that homemade touch.
The genius of this recipe lies in its simplicity and the magic of slow cooking. By assembling classic lasagna ingredients in your slow cooker, you bypass the need for constant oven monitoring. The extended cooking time ensures the pasta becomes perfectly tender, the sauces meld beautifully, and the cheeses achieve a gooey, comforting consistency, all with minimal effort from you.
Prepare to indulge in layers of rich ground beef, infused with aromatic garlic, onion, and a blend of dried oregano, basil, and a hint of red pepper flakes for warmth. This savory meat mixture is generously combined with smooth tomato sauce and a touch of tomato paste, creating a robust foundation. These hearty layers alternate with classic lasagna noodles, creamy ricotta cheese mixed with eggs, and plenty of shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan. Each forkful promises a delightful balance of savory meat, tangy tomato, and luxurious melted cheese, cooked to homestyle perfection.
While this Crockpot Lasagna is a beloved classic, it offers some flexibility. For a bolder flavor, you might increase the red pepper flakes to your liking. If you don't have kosher salt, remember that the recipe suggests starting with less if using table salt, as it's typically saltier by volume. You could also explore different ground meats, though ground beef provides a wonderfully rich base.
This Crockpot Lasagna is an ideal meal for busy weeknights or a cozy Sunday dinner. Serve it alongside a crisp green salad and some warm, crusty bread to complete a wonderfully satisfying family feast.