Easy and Delicious Slow Cooker Lasagna Recipe

Indulge in a mouthwatering slow cooker lasagna that is bursting with layers of rich flavors. This easy and delicious recipe allows you to enjoy the classic Italian dish without spending hours in the kitchen. The slow cooker does all the work, ensuring tender pasta, savory meat sauce, and decadent cheese that melt in your mouth. Perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends, this slow cooker lasagna will become a family favorite.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 lb Italian sausage
• 1 onion, chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cans (14.5 oz each) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 2 cans (6 oz each) tomato paste
• 2 cans (15 oz each) tomato sauce
• 2 teaspoons dried basil
• 2 teaspoons dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 package (16 oz) lasagna noodles, uncooked
• 4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 1/2 cups ricotta cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Fresh parsley, for garnish

Directions

1. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef, Italian sausage, chopped onion, and minced garlic over medium heat until the meat is browned and the onion is tender. Drain any excess fat.
2. Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, tomato sauce, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. In a separate bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, and 2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese.
4. Spread a layer of the meat sauce at the bottom of the slow cooker.
5. Arrange a layer of lasagna noodles on top of the sauce, breaking them to fit if needed.
6. Spread a layer of the cheese mixture over the noodles.
7. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, ending with a layer of meat sauce and reserving some shredded mozzarella cheese for later.
8. Cook on low heat for 4 hours or on high heat for 2 hours. The noodles will cook perfectly in the slow cooker.
9. Sprinkle the reserved shredded mozzarella cheese on top during the last 15 minutes of cooking.
10. Once cooked, let the lasagna sit for 15 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley.
11. Serve hot and enjoy!

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