ADVERTISEMENT
Instructions:
1. Brown the Meat
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and Italian sausage until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks.
- Add diced onions and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until softened and fragrant.
2. Prepare the Sauce
- Pour the tomato sauce into the skillet with the cooked meat mixture.
- Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Allow the sauce to simmer for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
3. Assemble the Lasagna
- In a bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, beaten eggs, and a handful of grated Parmesan cheese.
- Spread a thin layer of the meat sauce in the bottom of the crockpot.
- Arrange a layer of lasagna noodles on top of the sauce, breaking them as needed to fit.
- Spread a layer of the ricotta cheese mixture over the noodles, followed by a layer of mozzarella cheese.
- Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, ensuring the top layer is cheese.
4. Cook in the Crockpot
- Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 4-6 hours or until the noodles are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
5. Serve and Enjoy
- Once cooked, let the lasagna rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves and additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
- Serve hot and savor the irresistible flavors of homemade crockpot lasagna.