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Honey Garlic Slow Cooker Chicken

Slow Cooker Lasagna

Experience the mouthwatering delight of our Slow Cooker Lasagna. This comforting dish is made with layers of flavorful ingredients and cooked to perfection in your slow cooker.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 425
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound Italian ground sausage
  • 2 pounds lean ground beef
  • 1 medium-sized onion, diced
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon fennel seeds
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 28 oz crushed tomatoes
  • 15 oz diced tomatoes
  • 6 oz tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • ½ cup chicken stock
  • 1 teaspoon fresh basil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
  • 32 oz ricotta cheese
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon fresh basil
  • ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup grated Romano cheese
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Lasagna noodles (1 box)
  • Deli-sliced low-moisture mozzarella
  • Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, for sprinkling
  • Mozzarella cheese, for the top layer

Method
 

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  2. Add Italian ground sausage and lean ground beef, breaking up the meat and sautéing until brown.
  3. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes).
  4. Add minced garlic, dried oregano, fennel seeds, kosher salt, and black pepper. Stir to wake up the spices.
  5. Add crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, granulated sugar, and stir until well incorporated.
  6. Bring the sauce to a simmer, then add chicken stock, fresh basil, and fresh parsley. Set the sauce aside.
  7. In a large mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, eggs, fresh parsley, fresh basil, Parmesan cheese, Romano cheese, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
  8. Spray your slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray.
  9. Spread a layer of meat sauce at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  10. Place a layer of lasagna noodles over the sauce, overlapping and breaking them as needed.
  11. Spread a third of the cheese mixture over the noodles.
  12. Repeat the layering process: sauce, meat, Parmesan cheese, deli-sliced mozzarella, noodles, and cheese mixture.
  13. Ensure you have enough meat sauce for the top layer. Sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan cheese and top it off with mozzarella cheese.
  14. Cover and slow cook for 4 hours on low.
  15. Turn off the slow cooker and let it sit for 30 minutes before serving.
  16. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley.
  17. Serve and savor the deliciousness of your Slow Cooker Lasagna.
  18. Enjoy this delectable creation that brings the flavors of Italy right to your table.
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Notes

Storage & Meal Prep
Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.
Freezer: Freeze in a sealed container for up to 2-3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge.
Reheat: Warm in a skillet over medium heat, in the microwave, or in a 350°F oven until heated through.