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Slow Cooker Lasagna

Course Main Course
Keyword lasagna, dinner, slow cooker,
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Resting 15 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings 8

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 lb Italian sausage
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes
  • 1 6 oz can tomato paste
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 1/2 tbsp fresh basil can use dried if need be
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper

Cheese Mixture

  • 1 16 oz ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley finely chopped
  • salt and pepper to taste

Lasagna

  • 10-12 lasagna noodles uncooked
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella

Instructions

  1. Add the butter and oil to a large fry pan. When hot add in the onion. Saute until translucent. (About 3-4 minutes). Add in the garlic. Saute for 1 minute. Remove from the stove and set the onion and garlic aside. Add the beef and Italian sausage to the pan. Saute both until browned. Drain off the grease. Add the onion and garlic back into the pan. Add in the tomato paste, diced and crushed tomatoes, herbs, and salt and pepper. Stir until well combined. Simmer on low heat while you make up the cheese sauce.

  2. Combine the ricotta, parmesan, and eggs in a large mixing bowl. Whisk until smooth. Add in the parsley.

  3. Grease a 6-quart slow cooker with butter or non-stick spray. TIP: You can also use a slow cooker liner for easy cleanup!

  4. Begin assembling the lasagna. First, add in 1/3 of the meat sauce. Then top the meat sauce with uncooked noodles. (About 3-4) (You may have to break to fit in the slow cooker.) Top noodles with 1/3 of the cheese sauce. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers two more times, ending with mozzarella cheese. Sprinkle with more parsley and fresh basil.

  5. Turn the slow cooker to low and cook lasagna for 4 hours. ***For crispier top remove the slow cooker's cover 30 minutes before done. Place a piece of paper towel over the top and continue cooking. Allow the lasagna to sit for 15 minutes before cutting and serving.

Recipe Notes