SLOW COOKER EGGPLANT LASAGNA

PERFECT SUMMER MEAL

Slow Cooker  Eggplant Lasagna is a perfect meal that incorporates seasonal ingredients, requires minimal preparation, and is prepared entirely in  a slow cooker.

Ingredients

Eggplant | Lasagna Noodles  Ricotta | Egg | Marinara  Parmesan | Mozzarella Cheese  Basil | Garlic | Italian Seasoning  Salt & Pepper

Cut the eggplant in slices & arrange in a single layer on a rack. Sprinkle with salt. Wait 10 min, turn and repeat. Rinse the eggplant slices and dry out with a paper towel.

Combine ricotta, garlic, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, basil & 1/4 c of Parmesan. Add salt & pepper if needed. Mix in egg. Spray the slow cooker with cooking spray, add in a  layer of marinara.

Then layer noodles, cheese mixture, eggplant  & more marinara.  Repeat and add mozzarella and parmesan. Top with sauce.

Cook on high for 2 to 2.5 hours or on low for 4-5 hours. Add the remaining shredded cheese, cover and let melt. Let stand for 15 min. Sprinkle with fresh basil.

Serve and enjoy!

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