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Slow Cooker Lasagna

Slow Cooker Lasagna

The ultimate comfort food, Slow Cooker Lasagna is the perfect easy weeknight dinner. With layers of creamy cheeses and rich marinara, this dish is sure to satisfy your cravings. Make it tonight for a hearty meal that brings everyone together!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound cottage cheese can sub ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 jars marinara sauce
  • 2 pounds lean ground beef cooked and drained
  • 1 pack lasagna noodles

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Wooden Spoon

Method
 

  1. Start by placing cottage cheese and mozzarella cheese in a medium bowl. Stir them together until they’re well combined. This mixture will add creaminess to your layers.
  2. Next, grab your slow cooker and add a thin layer of marinara sauce at the bottom. This will help prevent the other ingredients from sticking.
  3. Now, it’s time to layer! Add a thin layer of the cooked and drained ground beef over the sauce.
  4. Take the lasagna noodles and break them to fit your slow cooker. Place a layer of noodles over the beef, making sure to cover the entire layer.
  5. Spread a layer of your cheese mixture on top of the noodles. Make sure to cover them evenly for a consistent flavor.
  6. Repeat the layers until you’ve used all the ingredients, making sure you finish with a layer of marinara sauce on top.
  7. Once layered, cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours. This slow cooking time allows all those flavors to meld together into a delicious masterpiece.
  8. After the cooking time, check that the cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve your Slow Cooker Lasagna hot and enjoy the hearty flavors!

Notes

Choose a type of marinara sauce that has garlic and Italian spices mixed in.
Possible add-in: Frozen, defrosted spinach, squeezed dry.
Substitution/additions: Ricotta cheese, ground turkey.