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Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup

Old Fashioned Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup

This slow cooker lasagna soup is a cozy, old fashioned comfort food inspired by the flavors of a classic family lasagna. Ground beef, tomatoes, and tender noodles simmer together all day, then each bowl is finished with creamy ricotta and melted cheese. It’s hearty, familiar, and feels like something grandma would have happily served for supper.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Soup
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • ½ yellow onion, diced
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 ounces)
  • 1 large can crushed tomatoes (28 ounces)
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic (2 garlic cloves)
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 12 ounces lasagna noodles
  • ½ cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh basil, optional garnish

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain off the excess grease.
  2. Transfer the cooked beef to a slow cooker. Add the diced onion, red bell pepper, crushed tomatoes, and diced tomatoes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and Italian seasoning. Pour in the beef broth and gently mix until combined.
  4. Cover and cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours or on High for 3 to 4 hours.
  5. Break the lasagna noodles into bite-size pieces and add them directly to the slow cooker. Stir, cover, and cook on High for 30 to 45 minutes, until the noodles are tender.
  6. Serve hot with a dollop of ricotta, a sprinkle of mozzarella, and shredded Parmesan. Garnish with fresh basil if desired.

Notes

  • Add noodles near the end so they stay tender
  • Soup thickens as it sits, add broth when reheating if needed
  • Tastes even better the next day
  • Let everyone add their own cheese at the table
  • Perfect for cozy family dinners

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