Best 3 Slow Cooker Sausage Lasagna Recipes

Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of a hearty and comforting dish with our slow-cooker sausage lasagna. This delectable recipe combines layers of tender lasagna noodles, savory sausage, a rich and flavorful sauce, and an abundance of melted cheese. The slow-cooker method ensures effortless preparation, allowing the flavors to meld and intensify over time. This ultimate comfort food is perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings with loved ones.

In this comprehensive guide, we'll take you through the steps of creating this mouthwatering lasagna, from preparing the flavorful sauce and browning the sausage to assembling the layers and cooking it to perfection in your slow cooker. We'll also provide tips for customizing the recipe to suit your preferences and dietary needs. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this recipe will help you create a delicious and memorable meal. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW-COOKER SAUSAGE LASAGNA

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On especially cold winter days, my family loves this with mild Italian sausage. I agree about the cold days, but I prefer a spicy sausage blend, which gives it a bit of a zing. -Cindi DeClue, Anchorage, Alaska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 4h40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
1 pound ground mild Italian sausage
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 jar (24 ounces) spaghetti sauce
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes in sauce, undrained
1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 carton (15 ounces) whole-milk ricotta cheese
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
9 uncooked lasagna noodles
4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
Minced fresh basil, optional

Steps:

Line sides of an oval 6-qt. slow cooker with heavy-duty foil; coat foil with cooking spray. In a Dutch oven, cook beef, sausage, onion and garlic over medium heat 8-10 minutes or until meat is no longer pink, breaking up beef and sausage into crumbles; drain. Stir in spaghetti sauce, tomatoes, water and herbs; heat through., In a small bowl, mix ricotta cheese, eggs and Parmesan cheese. Spread 1-1/2 cups meat sauce onto bottom of prepared slow cooker. Layer with 3 noodles (breaking to fit), 3/4 cup ricotta mixture, 1 cup mozzarella cheese and 2 cups meat sauce. Repeat layers twice. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese., Cook, covered, on low 3-1/2 to 4 hours or until noodles are tender. Turn off slow cooker; remove insert. Let stand 15 minutes. If desired, sprinkle with fresh basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 667 calories, Fat 37g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 164mg cholesterol, Sodium 1310mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 42g protein.

SLOW COOKER ITALIAN SAUSAGE LASAGNA

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This came to me in a 'round about way from the Betty Crocker website. It doesn't appear to be on Food.com. We really enjoyed it. I used pound ground sausage with Sage as I had on hand and added 2 tsp ground up Fennel Seed to give it the "Italian" touch. Who knew you could make lasagna in a crock pot? Mine tapers in toward the bottom, so the shape isn't "traditional but it cooked nicely. The flavor was great. Hope you like it!

Provided by Half-fast-cook

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 4h25m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 lb bulk Italian sausage
1 medium onion, 1/2 cup chopped
3 (15 ounce) cans Italian-style tomato sauce
2 teaspoons dried basil leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded (divided)
1 (15 ounce) container part-skim ricotta cheese
1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
15 lasagna noodles, regular, uncooked

Steps:

Cook sausage and onion in 10-inch skillet over medium heat 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sausage is no longer pink; drain. Stir in undrained tomato sauce, basil and salt.
Mix 1 cup of the mozzarella cheese and the ricotta and Parmesan cheeses. Refrigerate remaining mozzarella cheese while lasagna cooks.
Spoon 1/4 of the sausage mixture into 6-quart slow cooker; top with 5 about noodles, broken to fit the pot. Spread with 1/2 of the cheese mixture and 1/4 of the sausage mixture. Top with 5 noodles, remaining cheese mixture and 1/4 of the sausage mixture. Top with remaining 5 noodles and remaining sausage mixture.
Cover and cook on Low heat setting 4-6 hours or until noodles are tender.
Sprinkle top of lasagna with remaining mozzarella cheese. Cover and let stand about 10 minutes or until cheese is melted. Cut straight down and enjoy!
Tips: Sprinkle some chopped fresh parsley on top before serving for added appeal. Italian sausage can be interchanged with the hot or spicy varieties for more zing. Links can be substituted by cutting the casings and squeezing the meat out and cooking as directed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 618, Fat 33.1, SaturatedFat 15.2, Cholesterol 93.8, Sodium 1903.3, Carbohydrate 47, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 9.6, Protein 33.6

SLOW COOKER CHEESY LASAGNA WITH SAUSAGE AND BEEF

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Delicious cheesy lasagna that will feed a crowd! Great flavor and texture. The beef and sausage is infused with moisture from the slow cooker.

Provided by Super San Mateo Che

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 6h20m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 lb lasagna noodle
1 small sweet onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 lb hot sausage, minced
1/2 lb ground beef
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, Italian flavored
3 cups marinara sauce, any flavoring
3 cups alfredo sauce
1 tablespoon italian seasoning
1 (15 ounce) can ricotta cheese
1/2 lb mozzarella cheese, divided 1/4 lb freshly grated and 1/4 lb sliced thick
1/2 lb monterey jack cheese, freshly grated
1/4 lb parmesan cheese, freshly grated
salt and pepper

Steps:

In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter.
Add onion and sauté for 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another 2 minutes until onions are soften.
Add minced sausage and ground beef. Cook until browned, approximately 7 minutes. Drain oil.
In a large bowl, add marinara sauce, alfredo sauce and canned tomatoes and mix completely.
Add ground meat mixture to sauce. Add Italian Seasoning and salt and pepper to taste.
In the slow cooker pan, pour a small amount of the sauce mixture along the bottom of the plan.
Layer the uncooked lasagna noodles across the bottom of the pan. You can make the noodles to adjust them to the size of your pan.
Spoon ricotta cheese across the lasagna noodles. Add a layer of grated cheeses. Add a layer of sauce mixture.
Repeat the layering process; lasagna noodles, ricotta cheese, grated cheeses, sauce mixture.
For the top layer, proceed with this order: lasagna noodles, sauce mixture, grated cheeses and sliced mozzarella cheese.
Cook on LOW for 6 hours or HIGH for 4 hours until cheese on top is bubbly.

Tips:

Use a variety of Italian sausage. Sweet, hot, or mild Italian sausage can all be used in this recipe. You can also use a combination of different types of sausage to create a more complex flavor.
Use fresh vegetables. Fresh vegetables will give your lasagna the best flavor. If you don't have fresh vegetables on hand, you can use frozen vegetables. Just be sure to thaw them before using them.
Don't overcook the lasagna. The lasagna is done when the noodles are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly. Overcooking the lasagna will make it dry and tough.
Let the lasagna rest before serving. Allowing the lasagna to rest for 10-15 minutes before serving will help it to set and make it easier to cut.

Conclusion:

This slow cooker sausage lasagna is an easy and delicious meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight. It is also a great dish to make ahead of time and reheat later. With its hearty sausage, creamy cheese, and tender noodles, this lasagna is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.