No Time to Wait Crock-Pot Lasagna Recipe

Name: No Time to Wait Crock-Pot Lasagna
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 12 lbs lean ground beef; 1 cup onion, chopped; 1 garlic clove, minced; ½ teaspoon salt; 32 ounces spaghetti sauce; 8 ounces wide egg noodles, cooked; 12 ounces ricotta cheese (or you can use cottage cheese or 8 oz of cream cheese); 1 egg; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 8 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded (or you can use cheddar or a cheddar blend); ½ cup parmesan cheese, grated

Servings: persons

1 12 lbs lean ground beef
1 cup onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
½ teaspoon salt
32 ounces spaghetti sauce
8 ounces wide egg noodles, cooked
12 ounces ricotta cheese (or you can use cottage cheese or 8 oz of cream cheese)
1 egg
1 teaspoon dried oregano
8 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded (or you can use cheddar or a cheddar blend)
½ cup parmesan cheese, grated

1
Brown the ground beef, onion and garlic.
2
Add the salt and spaghetti sauce to the meat mixture, letting it simmer for 20 minutes.
3
Mix the ricotta cheese, egg and oregano, blending until smooth.
4
It is helpful to grease the inside of crock pot before layering.
5
Spoon a thin layer of sauce to cover the bottom of the crock pot.
6
Place 1/3 of the egg noodles over that sauce.
7
Then add 1/3 of the remaining meat sauce, 1/3 of the ricotta mix and then 1/3 of the mozzarella.
8
Repeat (always starting with noodles) until you have 3 layers.
9
Sprinkle the parmesan over the top of the last layer.
10
Cover and cook on low for 5 hours or you can layer in a 9 x 13 pan, cover and bake in a 350 degree oven for 30 minutes.

735

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 12 lbs lean ground beef, 1 cup onion, chopped, 1 garlic clove, minced, ½ teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, No Time to Wait Crock-Pot Lasagna falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

No Time to Wait Crock-Pot Lasagna

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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