Slow Cooker Lasagna
This tantalizing recipe will delight your taste buds with its savory blend of juicy ground beef, flavorful Italian sausage, and a rich tomato sauce. The perfectly layered combination of lasagna noodles, mozzarella cheese, and cottage cheese creates a mouthwatering and comforting dish that's perfect for any occasion.
This tantalizing recipe will delight your taste buds with its savory blend of juicy ground beef, flavorful Italian sausage, and a rich tomato sauce. The perfectly layered combination of lasagna noodles, mozzarella cheese, and cottage cheese creates a mouthwatering and comforting dish that's perfect for any occasion.
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 pound ground beef
- 2 1/2 cups water
- 1/2 pound italian sausage (i use hot)
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1 large onion chopped*
- 1 tsp italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp parsley
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp worcestershire sauce
- 1 (6oz) can tomato paste
- 1 (29 oz) can tomato sauce
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 (8 oz) package regular lasagna noodles uncooked
- 4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1-1/2 cups cottage cheese
- Carbohydrate 45.158985914968 g
- Cholesterol 168.968583938104 mg
- Fat 48.375349663608 g
- Fiber 2.0111583347614 g
- Protein 65.5136248858311 g
- Saturated Fat 25.2232074665716 g
- Serving Size 1 1 (378g)
- Sodium 2183.19995076921 mg
- Sugar 43.1478275802066 g
- Trans Fat 13.0790956099888 g
- Calories 880 calories
Step-by-step
- Brown the ground beef, Italian sausage, and onion in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, parsley, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, tomato sauce, sugar, and water. Stir and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Spread a fourth of the meat sauce into the bottom of your slow cooker.
- Arrange a third of the noodles over the sauce (break the noodles to fit, if necessary).
- Combine the mozzarella, cottage cheese, and parmesan cheese; spoon a third of the mixture over noodles.
- Repeat layers twice.
- Top with remaining meat sauce and sprinkle with extra mozzarella cheese, if desired.
- Cover and cook on low for about 4-5 hours or until noodles are tender.
As a busy housewife, I am always looking for ways to make delicious meals for my family that don't take up a lot of my time. This Slow Cooker Lasagna is perfect for those busy weeknights when I don't have time to cook a complicated meal.
The best part about this recipe is that it's so easy to make. Simply brown the meat, add the sauce ingredients, and layer everything in your slow cooker. Then, you can just set it and forget it! The lasagna will cook on its own, and you'll have a delicious meal waiting for you when you get home from work.
This lasagna is also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I often add chopped peppers, zucchini, or spinach to my sauce. You can also use different types of cheese, such as ricotta or provolone. No matter what you add, this lasagna is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
So next time you're looking for an easy and delicious meal, give this Slow Cooker Lasagna a try. You won't be disappointed!
