Easy Slow Cooker Lasagna

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 green pepper, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (24 oz) jar spaghetti sauce
• 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 6 lasagna noodles, uncooked
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef, onion, green pepper, and garlic until beef is cooked through and vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes. Drain excess fat.
2. Add spaghetti sauce, Italian seasoning, sugar, salt and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
3. Spread 1/3 of the meat sauce in the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker.
4. Top with 3 lasagna noodles, breaking them to fit if necessary.
5. Top with half of the remaining sauce, 1 cup mozzarella cheese, and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese.
6. Repeat layering with 3 noodles, remaining sauce, 1 cup mozzarella cheese, and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese.
7. Finish with remaining 3 noodles, 1 cup mozzarella cheese, and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese.
8. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours, or until noodles are tender.
9. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Lasagna is a traditional Italian dish that consists of layers of pasta, cheese, and sauce.
• Lasagna can be made with either meat or vegetables.
• Lasagna is usually baked in the oven, but can also be cooked in the slow cooker.
• Lasagna is a great dish to make ahead and freeze for later.