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Crockpot Lasagna

A cozy and hands-off lasagna recipe made easy in the crockpot, perfect for busy evenings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 9 pieces lasagna noodles (regular, dry) Dry noodles cook in the crockpot; no pre-boil required.
  • 1 pound ground beef Can substitute with Italian sausage or ground turkey.
  • 2 cups ricotta cheese Provides creaminess and helps layers stay tender.
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese For topping and layers.
  • 2 cups marinara sauce Jarred sauce is fine; choose one you like.
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Use a cheese grater if using block Parmesan.
  • 1 large egg Helps ricotta set up during cooking.
  • to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning.
  • to taste Italian seasoning (optional) Optional for added flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook until no pink remains and you get a little browned crust on the meat.
  2. Drain excess fat and set beef aside.
  3. In a bowl, mix the ricotta, egg, Parmesan, and Italian seasoning (if using). Stir until smooth.
Layering
  1. Spread a layer of marinara in the bottom of the crockpot (about 1/3 cup).
  2. Lay down 3 lasagna noodles (break them if needed to fit). Add half the ricotta mixture, then sprinkle half the ground beef, followed by a layer of mozzarella.
  3. Repeat the layering: noodles, ricotta, beef, mozzarella.
  4. Top with the remaining 3 noodles, rest of the marinara, and finish with the remaining mozzarella. Press gently so the layers settle.
Cooking
  1. Cook on low for 6–8 hours or on high for 3–4 hours, until the noodles are tender and cheese is melty.
  2. Let the lasagna sit for 10–15 minutes before cutting to help it hold together.

Notes

Serve with extra Parmesan and a sprinkle of fresh basil if available. If using an older model crockpot, start checking at the lower end of the time range for doneness.