Easiest Ever Crockpot Lasagna Recipe

Easiest Ever Crockpot Lasagna Recipe

8 servings
This is the Easiest Ever Crockpot Lasagna Recipe – it cooks hands-off all day and is super easy to assemble. Plus, it freezes well!

Ingredients

  • Cooking spray
  • extra-lean ground beef
    1 lb
  • yellow onion
    1
  • garlic
    2 clove
  • each salt & pepper
    ½ tsp
  • tomato sauce
    2 jar
  • lasagna noodles

    can use either oven ready or normal

    1 lb
  • tub ricotta cheese
    1
  • mozzarella cheese
    2 c
  • water
    ½ c
  • Chopped fresh basil or parsley

    for garnish

Directions

  1. 1

    In a large frying pan, brown the ground beef over med-high heat. When beef is almost cooked through, add onions, garlic, salt & pepper and 1 jar of tomato sauce, then stir to combine.

  2. 2

    Spray slow cooker with cooking spray, then layer in a bit of meat sauce. Add the uncooked lasagna noodles (you may need to break some into pieces to make them fit), then add some ricotta and mozzarella cheese, and more of the meat sauce. Repeat until the slow cooker is full - usually 3 layers total.

  3. 3

    Pour the other jar of tomato sauce overtop of lasagna, then add mozzarella cheese to the top. Pour water in on the sides. Cook on high for 3 hours, or on low for 6 hours.

  4. 4

    Garnish lasagna with basil and/or parsley, then serve and enjoy!

Easiest Ever Crockpot Lasagna Recipe

Easiest Ever Crockpot Lasagna Recipe

270 min8 servings470 cal

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About this Recipe

Easiest Ever Crockpot Lasagna: Your New Weeknight Hero

Tired of complicated recipes but craving a hearty, comforting meal? Look no further than the Easiest Ever Crockpot Lasagna! This incredible slow cooker recipe takes all the fuss out of traditional lasagna, letting your crockpot do the hard work while you go about your day. Imagine layers of rich ground beef, savory tomato sauce, creamy ricotta cheese, and gooey mozzarella, all perfectly cooked with minimal effort.

What makes this Crockpot Lasagna truly special is its incredible simplicity. With just about 30 minutes of prep, you'll have a delicious, family-sized lasagna bubbling away. We're talking hands-off cooking that delivers big on flavor. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a kitchen novice, you'll love how straightforward this recipe is to assemble. It's the ultimate set-it-and-forget-it main course!

Tips for Perfect Slow Cooker Lasagna

  • Noodle Know-How: This versatile recipe works beautifully with both oven-ready lasagna noodles and regular uncooked noodles. Just ensure they are submerged in sauce to cook through.
  • Meat Variations: While extra-lean ground beef is classic, feel free to experiment! Ground turkey or Italian sausage (mild or spicy) would also be delicious, adding a different depth of flavor to your tomato sauce layers.
  • Veggie Boost: Want to sneak in some extra nutrients? Stir in a cup of fresh spinach with your ricotta cheese mixture, or sauté diced bell peppers with the onion and ground beef for added color and flavor.
  • Cheesy Goodness: Don't shy away from extra cheese! A blend of mozzarella and provolone can add an extra layer of gourmet flavor to your creamy ricotta cheese base.

This Crockpot Lasagna is more than just easy; it's a soul-satisfying meal perfect for cozy dinners, potlucks, or meal prepping for the week ahead. Serve it with a fresh green salad and some crusty garlic bread for a complete and utterly delicious feast. Get ready to impress your family and friends with minimal effort!

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