Description

This hearty Crock Pot Lasagna Soup combines all the rich flavors of traditional lasagna into a comforting and easy-to-make soup. Ground beef, tomatoes, aromatic herbs, and broken lasagna noodles are slow-cooked to perfection and topped with creamy ricotta and melted mozzarella cheese. It’s a perfect one-pot meal that requires minimal prep and delivers big on flavor.

Ingredients

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Meat and Aromatics

1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced

Liquids and Tomatoes

1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
4 cups beef broth

Seasonings and Herbs

1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and pepper, to taste

Pasta and Cheese

8 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

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Instructions

Brown the Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef for about 6-8 minutes until it is thoroughly browned. Drain off any excess fat to keep the soup from being greasy.
Combine Ingredients in Slow Cooker: Transfer the browned beef into the slow cooker. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, crushed tomatoes, beef broth, dried basil, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir well to combine all flavors evenly.
Slow Cook the Soup: Cover the slow cooker and cook the soup on low heat for 6-7 hours or on high heat for 3-4 hours to allow the flavors to meld beautifully.
Add Pasta: Approximately 30 minutes before serving, add the broken lasagna noodles to the soup, stirring them in so they cook and soften within the remaining time.
Finish with Cheese and Season: Just before serving, stir in the ricotta and shredded mozzarella cheese until creamy and melted. Taste the soup and season with salt and pepper as needed for balance.

Notes

You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
For a vegetarian version, omit the meat and use vegetable broth; add mushrooms for umami.
Red pepper flakes are optional and can be adjusted to taste for a spicier soup.
If the soup is too thick after adding noodles, add a splash of beef broth to loosen it.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.