Crockpot Lasagna Recipe
Crockpot Lasagna is a hearty and comforting dish that transforms the classic lasagna into an effortless, slow-cooked meal. Layers of seasoned rich tomato sauce, creamy cheeses, and tender noodles meld together beautifully in the slow cooker for a delicious, family-friendly dinner.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Slow cooker
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Spatula or wooden spoon
Ingredients
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 24 oz jar marinara sauce
- 9 uncooked lasagna noodles
- ½ cup water
- 12 oz mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 24 oz cottage cheese
Instructions
- In a greased oval slow cooker, spread a small amount of marinara sauce mixed with water.
- Layer 3 lasagna noodles on top, breaking the edges to fit.
- Add 1 cup of cottage cheese, ⅔ cup of mozzarella, and ⅓ cup of parmesan over the noodles.
- Spread 1 ¼ cups of marinara sauce evenly over the cheese layer.
- Repeat the noodle, cheese, and sauce layers two more times.
- Top with the remaining cup of mozzarella cheese.
- Cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 6-8 hours.
- Let the lasagna rest for 15 minutes with the lid off before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add cooked ground beef or Italian sausage to the sauce.
- Use oven-ready lasagna noodles for the best results.
- Substitute ricotta cheese for cottage cheese if preferred.