"Lasagna is a popular holiday meal, but it's hard to find time to put it together. This slow cooker version will allow you to enjoy time with your family and still put an elegant dinner on the table. —Kathryn Conrad, Milwaukee, Wisconsin..."
INGREDIENTS
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1 pound ground beef
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1/2 cup chopped onion
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1/2 cup chopped zucchini
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1/2 cup chopped carrot
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1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce
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2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
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1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
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2 cartons (15 ounces each) part-skim ricotta cheese
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1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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4 eggs
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1/2 cup loosely packed basil leaves, chopped
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12 no-cook lasagna noodles
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3 cups (12 ounces) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
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Quartered grape tomatoes and additional chopped fresh basil, optional