🍝 Crockpot Lasagna 🧀

Savor the magic of slow-cooked layers of cheesy goodness and robust Italian flavors with this family-friendly crockpot lasagna. A perfect dish to come home to after a busy day!

🍽️ Ingredients 🍽️
- 1 jar (24 oz) spaghetti sauce
- 1 lb ground beef
- Lasagna noodles, uncooked
- 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese

🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳
1. Brown the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until it's nicely browned, then drain any excess fat.
2. Layer the Lasagna: In the bottom of a 4-quart slow cooker, spread 1 cup of spaghetti sauce. Arrange 2 uncooked lasagna noodles over the sauce, breaking them as needed to fit. Layer one-third of the browned beef, followed by 1/3 cup of cottage cheese, and 1/3 cup of mozzarella cheese. Repeat the layering twice more with noodles, beef, cottage cheese, and mozzarella. Top with a final layer of noodles, the remaining beef, and a generous sprinkle of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
3. Cook in the Slow Cooker: Cover and set your slow cooker to low. Cook for about 4 hours, or until the noodles are tender and the cheeses create a bubbly, slightly golden crust.

🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎
- Calories: 450
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 28g
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 6g

💡 Tips and Tricks 💡
- For a healthier version, substitute ground beef with ground turkey or even a plant-based meat alternative.
- Add layers of spinach or mushrooms between the cheese for an extra serving of vegetables.
- If you prefer a crispier top layer, place the crockpot's lid slightly ajar during the last 30 minutes of cooking.

⏳ Preparation time ⏳
Preparation time: 20 minutes | Cooking time: 4 hours | Serving: 6