Description

If you love the flavors of classic lasagna but don’t want the hassle, this Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup is the perfect solution. With just a quick browning of the beef, the slow cooker handles the rest, simmering everything into a rich, hearty soup topped with creamy ricotta and melty cheese.

Ingredients

Units

1.5 pounds lean ground beef

1 Tablespoon Italian seasoning, divided

Salt and pepper, to taste

1 medium onion, diced

4-5 garlic cloves, minced

4-5 cups beef broth, more as needed if you like a thinner soup

24 ounce jar pasta sauce (use your favorite brand)

3 Tablespoons tomato paste

12 ounce lasagna noodles

1 cup ricotta cheese, for topping

1 cup freshly shredded mozzarella cheese, for topping

½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese, for topping

Fresh chopped parsley or basil, for garnish

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Instructions

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the ground beef to the skillet, break it apart with a spoon or spatula, and then season with 1 ½ teaspoons Italian seasoning, and salt and pepper to desired taste. Stir together to combine and cook until barely any pink. Drain out excess fat if needed.
Add the onions and garlic. Continue to cook until the onions soften and start to get translucent. Transfer the prepared meat into the slow cooker.
Add the beef broth, pasta sauce, tomato paste, and remaining Italian seasoning into the slow cooker.
Cover with lid and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours or HIGH for 2-3 hours. Since the beef is already cooked, it typically won’t take as long to be tender but you can cook it on LOW for 6 hours if needed.
Remove the lid and then break apart the lasagna noodles into bite-sized pieces and then stir into the sauce. Cover with lid again and cook until the lasagna noodles reach desired tenderness, about 30 minutes.
When ready to serve, ladle into bowls and then top with a little ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella, shredded parmesan, and fresh parsley. Season with more salt and pepper or red pepper flakes. Enjoy with a side of garlic bread, crusty bread, or breadsticks!

Notes

Storage Instructions: Allow to cool before covering. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.The noodles will absorb the liquid as it sits. To make it “soupy” again, reheat with more beef broth.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Category: Soup
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: American