SLOW COOKER OVERNIGHT HAM AND CHEESE BREAKFAST CASSEROLE
Slow Cooker Overnight Ham and Cheese Breakfast Casserole
As a mother of 2 teenage boys I find it extremely difficult to have a great meal on the table every night. let alone for breakfast. Both my boys have many activities that keep them very busy and a healthy and filling breakfast is important. That is where a slow cooker comes in. I just love them, being able to have a great breakfast on when I have the time and it is ready when I want it to be. This slow cooker recipe is down right fantastic. A must try for every household. This will soon be an all time favorite recipe of any busy mom.
1 pound ground beef1 can diced tomatoes, untrained (14 - 1/2 ounces)2 eggs, lightly beaten1 - 1/2 cups ricotta cheese4 cups Italian baking sauce (pasta sauce)1 package no - cook lasagna noodles (9ounce)1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional)In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Transfer to a large bowl; stir in tomatoes. In a small bowl, combine eggs and ricotta cheese.
Return 1 cup meat mixture to the skillet; spread evenly. Layer with 1 cup ricotta mixture, 1 - 1/2 cup sauce and half of the noodles. Repeat layers. To with remaining sauce.Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 - 17 minutes or until noodles are tender. Remove from the heat. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese if desired; Let stand for 2 minutes or until cheese is melted. Serve and enjoy
