No Time to Wait Crock Pot Lasagna

Craving lasagna but short on time? Enter "No Time to Wait Crock Pot Lasagna," the ultimate lazy-day solution for a hearty, home-cooked meal. With just 15 minutes of prep, this slow-cooker recipe layers rich marinara meat sauce, creamy ricotta, and gooey mozzarella cheese with no-boil lasagna noodles for an effortless Italian classic. Perfectly seasoned with garlic, onion, and Italian spices, each bite is a comforting medley of savory flavors. Cooking low and slow ensures tender noodles and a perfectly melded lasagna, ready to serve after just four hours. Garnish with fresh basil for a vibrant finishing touch, and enjoy this crowd-pleasing dinner with minimal cleanup. Indulge in the simplicity of crock pot cooking while satisfying your lasagna cravings!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:255 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef or Italian sausage
• 1 medium Onion, diced
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 24 ounces Marinara sauce
• 15 ounces Ricotta cheese
• 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 9 sheets No-boil lasagna noodles
• 2 tablespoons Fresh basil (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef or Italian sausage until browned, breaking it into crumbles as it cooks. Drain excess grease if needed.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the onion softens. Stir in the marinara sauce and remove from heat.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until smooth.

Step 4

Grease the inside of a 6-quart crock pot with a thin layer of cooking spray or olive oil to prevent sticking.

Step 5

Spread a thin layer of the meat sauce (about 1/2 cup) at the bottom of the crock pot.

Step 6

Layer 3 no-boil lasagna noodles over the sauce, breaking them as necessary to fit.

Step 7

Spread one-third of the ricotta mixture over the noodles, followed by one-third of the remaining meat sauce. Sprinkle a small handful of mozzarella cheese on top.

Step 8

Repeat the layering process two more times (noodles, ricotta, meat sauce, mozzarella) until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of meat sauce and a generous sprinkle of mozzarella cheese on top.

Step 9

Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on low for 4 hours, or until the noodles are tender and cooked through.

Step 10

Once cooked, turn off the crock pot and let the lasagna rest for 15 minutes to allow it to set. This makes it easier to slice and serve.

Step 11

Garnish with fresh basil if desired before serving. Enjoy this comforting and cheesy lasagna straight from the crock pot!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2495.5 grams (2495.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4675

Total Fat 213.10g	273%
Saturated Fat 100.30g	501%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 982mg	327%
Sodium 5172mg	225%
Total Carbohydrate 446.50g	162%
Dietary Fiber 25.80g	92%
Total Sugars 37.00g
Protein 273.50g	547%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 4053mg	312%
Iron 27mg	151%
Potassium 2307mg	49%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.0%

Protein: 22.8%

Carbs: 37.2%