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Spinach Ricotta Slow Cooker Lasagna – Easy, Hearty & Vegetarian


  • Author: Mary

Ingredients

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  • 9 lasagna noodles (uncooked)

  • 2 cups ricotta cheese

  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella

  • ½ cup grated Parmesan

  • 1 large egg

  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning

  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder

  • 10 oz frozen spinach, thawed and drained

  • 4 cups marinara sauce

  • Optional: chopped fresh basil or parsley for garnish


Instructions

  1. Prep the Cheese Filling
    In a large bowl, mix ricotta cheese, egg, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and drained spinach. Stir until well combined.

  2. Layer the Ingredients
    Spray your slow cooker with non-stick spray. Spread ½ cup of marinara sauce at the bottom.

  3. First Layer
    Place 3 lasagna noodles on top of the sauce (break them to fit as needed). Spread one-third of the ricotta-spinach mixture over noodles. Top with marinara and mozzarella.

  4. Repeat
    Repeat the layering process two more times: noodles, ricotta mixture, marinara, mozzarella.

  5. Top It Off
    Finish with a final layer of sauce and a generous sprinkle of mozzarella and Parmesan.

  6. Cook
    Cover and cook on LOW for 4 to 5 hours, or until noodles are tender and cheese is bubbly.

  7. Rest and Serve
    Let the lasagna sit with the lid off for 15–20 minutes to firm up before slicing. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired.