Lazy Day Crock Pot Lasagna Recipe
Lasagna is one of those classic dishes that everyone loves. It’s filling, comforting, and can be customized with different ingredients and cheeses. But, the traditional lasagna can be a bit labor intensive. If you’re looking for a delicious lasagna that’s easier to make, try this Lazy Day Crock Pot Lasagna. This recipe uses ground beef, Italian sausage, and all the traditional ingredients, and it’s cooked in a slow cooker for convenience. This is a great recipe for busy weeknights or for entertaining.
Description
This Lazy Day Crock Pot Lasagna is a delicious, easy way to enjoy lasagna without all the hassle of the traditional lasagna. It’s made with ground beef, Italian sausage, and all the traditional lasagna ingredients, and it’s cooked in a slow cooker for convenience. This is a great recipe for busy weeknights or for entertaining.
Prep Time
This recipe takes about 15 minutes to prep, and then you just let the slow cooker do the rest of the work. It’s a great way to get dinner on the table with minimal effort.
Cook Time
This recipe takes about 4 hours to cook in the slow cooker. The lasagna will be tender and cheesy when it’s done.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 3 cups ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 (16 ounce) package lasagna noodles
- 4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef and Italian sausage until browned. Drain off any excess fat. Add the chopped onion and garlic and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, and sugar. Simmer for 10 minutes.
2. In a medium bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, salt, and pepper.
3. Spray the inside of the slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray. Spread 1/2 cup of the meat sauce in the bottom of the slow cooker. Arrange 1/3 of the lasagna noodles over the meat sauce. Spread 1/2 of the ricotta cheese mixture over the noodles. Sprinkle 1 cup of mozzarella cheese over the ricotta cheese. Top with 1/2 of the remaining meat sauce.
4. Repeat layering with the remaining noodles, ricotta cheese, 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, and meat sauce.
5. Cover and cook on low heat for 4 hours. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Slow cooker
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Medium bowl
Notes
This recipe can easily be doubled and cooked in a larger slow cooker. You can also use different types of cheeses, such as cheddar, provolone, or Monterey Jack.
Nutrition: Per Serving
- Calories: 651
- Total Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
- Sodium: 1057mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 44g
- Dietary Fiber: 3g
- Sugars: 7g
- Protein: 40g
Recipe Tips
This recipe can easily be customized with different ingredients, such as different types of cheeses, mushrooms, bell peppers, or spinach. You can also add a layer of cooked noodles to the top to make it even more filling. This recipe can also be made in the oven. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C), and bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the lasagna is bubbly and golden brown on top.
This Lazy Day Crock Pot Lasagna is a delicious, easy way to enjoy lasagna without all the hassle of the traditional lasagna. With minimal prep time and a few ingredients, you can have a hearty, flavorful meal on the table with minimal time and effort. Enjoy!
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