Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
175 g

carrots

grated

1 piece

red pepper

diced

2 piece

celery stalks

sliced

1 piece

onion

sliced

500 g

ricotta cheese

1 tbsp

dried oregano

1 tbsp

dried thyme

2 piece

garlic cloves

minced

1 tbsp

dried basil

500 g

tomato sauce

125 g

red lentils

1 tbsp

sundried tomato paste

125 ml

water

300 ml

tomato sauce

1 packet

Lasagne sheets

uncooked

200 g

grated mozzarella

grated

Step 1
~15 min

Peel and grate carrots using the coarse side of a cheese grater.

Step 2
~15 min

Thinly slice celery stalks and onions.

Step 3
~15 min

Cut red pepper into small pieces.

Step 4
~15 min

Mix grated carrots, sliced celery, chopped onions, and red pepper pieces in a bowl.

Step 5
~15 min

Finely chop garlic and add it to the vegetable mixture.

Step 6
~15 min

Add dried thyme, basil, oregano, and ricotta cheese to the vegetable mixture.

Step 7
~15 min

Stir well to combine all ingredients and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 8
~15 min

In a separate bowl, prepare the tomato lentil sauce by mixing tomato sauce, red lentils, sundried tomato paste, and water.

Step 9
~15 min

Add a small amount of tomato sauce to the bottom of your slow cooker.

Step 10
~15 min

Place a lasagne sheet on top of the tomato sauce in the slow cooker.

Step 11
~15 min

Spread approximately a third of the vegetable mix over the lasagne sheet.

Step 12
~15 min

Follow with a third of the tomato lentil sauce over the vegetable mix.

Step 13
~15 min

Place another lasagne sheet on top of the tomato lentil sauce.

Step 14
~15 min

Repeat layering until all vegetable mix and tomato lentil sauce are used.

Key Technique: Layering
Step 15
~15 min

Pour 300 ml of tomato sauce on top of the final layer.

Step 16
~15 min

Sprinkle grated mozzarella cheese across the top.

Step 17
~15 min

Cook on a low setting for 4-6 hours.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a layer of spinach for extra nutrients.

Use pre-shredded mozzarella to save time.

Adjust the amount of mozzarella based on personal preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 24 hours before cooking.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Accompany with garlic bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic Bread
Caesar Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy

Cultural Significance

Lasagne is a classic Italian comfort food.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Family Gathering

Popularity Score

70/100

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