Maw-Maw's Crock Pot Eggplant Lasagna
 
 
Maw-Maw's Crock Pot Eggplant Lasagna
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Ingredients
  • 1 lb. eggplant, cut into ¼” rounds
  • 1 (15-oz.) container ricotta
  • 2 large egg whites
  • 3 T. chopped fresh basil
  • 3 T. minced garlic
  • 2 t. Italian herb seasoning
  • 4 c. marinara sauce (home-made or store bought)
  • 12-16 no-boil lasagna noodles
  • 1 c. shredded Italian cheese blend
Instructions
  1. Arrange eggplant in single layer on 2 racks. Sprinkle with salt and let stand 10-12 minutes. Turn slices and repeat on the other side.
  2. Rinse eggplant and dry between paper towels.
  3. Combine ricotta, eggs, basil, garlic and Italian seasoning in a bowl.
  4. Coat the crock pot with PAM.
  5. Add ¾ c. warmed marinara sauce to crock pot.
  6. Top with 4 noodles, breaking to fit.
  7. Spread half ricotta mixture over noodles.
  8. Add 7-8 eggplant slices, overlapping to fit.
  9. Add 1 c. of marinara sauce and ¼ c. shredded cheese.
  10. Repeat with another layer of eggplant, sauce and cheese.
  11. Top with 4 noodles and remaining marinara sauce.
  12. Cover and cook 4-5 hours on LOW.
  13. Sprinkle remaining cheese over top.
  14. Cover and let stand until cheese melts.
  15. Uncover and let it set for 15 minutes.
Recipe by Geaux Ask Alice! at https://geauxaskalice.com/maw-maws-crock-pot-eggplant-lasagna/