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Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup

Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup
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Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup is a hearty, comforting dish that brings all the rich flavors of traditional lasagna into a warm, easy-to-eat soup. Combining tender ground beef, creamy ricotta, tangy tomatoes, and broken lasagna noodles, this recipe is perfect for cozy nights and busy evenings. It’s an effortless, one-pot meal full of Italian seasoning and melted cheese that the whole family will love.

Ingredients

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Meat and Aromatics

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

Tomato Base

  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
  • 4 cups beef broth

Pasta and Cheese

  • 6 lasagna noodles, broken into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup grated parmesan cheese

Seasonings and Herbs

  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • Fresh basil leaves (for garnish)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Brown the Meat and Sauté Aromatics: In a skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until fully browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat, then add chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until fragrant and softened to build a rich flavor base.
  2. Combine Ingredients in Slow Cooker: Transfer the browned meat mixture into your slow cooker. Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir thoroughly to distribute ingredients evenly throughout the soup.
  3. Cook Low and Slow: Cover the slow cooker and set it to low for 5 to 6 hours or high for 3 to 4 hours. This slow simmer melds flavors beautifully and tenderizes the pasta while blending ingredients into a comforting broth.
  4. Add Pasta and Cheese: About 30 minutes before serving, stir in broken lasagna noodles and cook until tender but not mushy. Gently fold in ricotta cheese, then sprinkle mozzarella and parmesan on top. Allow cheese to melt into the soup for a luscious finish.

Notes

  • Use fresh herbs like basil or oregano to brighten the dish.
  • Add noodles late in cooking to prevent sogginess.
  • Drain fat from browned meat to avoid greasy soup.
  • Season in layers to deepen flavor.
  • Adjust soup thickness by adding broth or cooking uncovered near the end.

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Keywords: slow cooker, lasagna soup, comfort food, Italian soup, easy dinner, family-friendly, one-pot meal

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