Description

This Crockpot Lasagna is the answer to a cozy, comforting meal without spending hours in the kitchen. It has all the rich, cheesy layers you love, made simple in the slow cooker. It’s a recipe that tastes like home, pure and simple.

Ingredients

Scale

1 pound ground beef
1 small onion, finely diced
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 (26 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
1 cup water
1 (15 ounce) container small curd cottage cheese
1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
1 large egg
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
8–10 uncooked lasagna noodles
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese (for topping)
⅓ cup grated parmesan cheese (for topping)

Instructions

In a large skillet, brown the ground beef with diced onion until cooked through. Add minced garlic and cook 1-2 minutes more. Drain excess grease.
Stir in spaghetti sauce and water, and bring to a simmer.
In a bowl, combine cottage cheese, 1 ½ cups mozzarella, 2 tablespoons parmesan, egg, and parsley.
Spray a 5 or 6-quart oval crockpot with non-stick spray. Spread a cup of meat sauce on the bottom, then layer uncooked lasagna noodles, cheese mixture, and repeat, ending with meat sauce.
Cover and cook on low for 3 to 5 hours, checking at 3 hours for doneness.
Top with ½ cup mozzarella and ⅓ cup parmesan. Cover and cook another 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted.

Notes

Use a 5 or 6-quart oval slow cooker for best results. Drain grease from beef to avoid excess oil. Check noodles around 3 hours if using a newer slow cooker.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Category: Main Course
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 510
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 890mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 34g
Cholesterol: 95mg

Keywords: crockpot, lasagna, slow cooker, cheesy, comfort food, family dinner