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A steaming bowl of slow cooker lasagna soup with melted cheese and fresh basil

Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup – So Easy, So Cheesy, So Delicious!

  • Author: Sam
  • Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

This slow cooker lasagna soup is the easiest way to enjoy all the flavors of traditional lasagna with minimal effort! Made with savory ground beef, rich tomato sauce, tender pasta, and gooey melted cheese, this comforting soup is perfect for busy nights. Just toss everything into the slow cooker and let it do the work!

Ingredients

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For the Soup:

  • 1 lb ground beef (or Italian sausage)
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
  • 8 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

For the Cheese Topping:

  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Brown the meat: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until browned. Drain excess fat.
  2. Transfer to slow cooker: Add the browned meat, garlic, crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
  3. Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  4. Add pasta: About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the broken lasagna noodles. Let them cook until tender.
  5. Prepare cheese topping: In a small bowl, mix ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, and chopped basil.
  6. Serve: Ladle soup into bowls, sprinkle with shredded mozzarella and Parmesan, and top with a spoonful of the ricotta mixture. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Make it creamy: Stir in 1/2 cup of heavy cream before serving for a richer texture.
  • Gluten-free option: Use gluten-free pasta and adjust cooking time as needed.
  • Vegetarian version: Swap the beef for lentils or a plant-based alternative.
  • Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Freeze without pasta for up to 3 months.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Italian

Keywords: slow cooker lasagna soup, crockpot lasagna soup, easy lasagna soup, cheesy lasagna soup, one-pot lasagna soup

Find it online: https://www.freshleafrecipes.com/slow-cooker-lasagna-soup-recipe/