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Crockpot Lasagna Soup: Easy Weeknight Comfort Food

A fork lifts a bite of crockpot lasagna soup, showcasing long, stretchy strings of melted mozzarella cheese.
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Make this easy Crockpot Lasagna Soup for a hearty, comforting meal with minimal effort. It captures all the rich flavors of traditional lasagna in a simple slow cooker format, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage
  • 1 (24 ounce) jar marinara sauce
  • 1 (15 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 8 ounces lasagna noodles, broken into 2-inch pieces
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for topping
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, plus more for topping
  • Fresh basil for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Brown the ground beef or sausage in a skillet over medium heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Transfer the cooked meat to your slow cooker.
  3. Add the marinara sauce, crushed tomatoes, beef broth, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
  4. Cook on low for 4 to 5 hours or on high for 2 to 3 hours.
  5. About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the broken lasagna noodles and the water.
  6. Continue cooking on high until the pasta is tender, about 20 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  7. Remove the slow cooker from the heat. Stir in the ricotta cheese and Parmesan cheese until they are mostly melted and incorporated, creating a creamy texture.
  8. Ladle the Crockpot Lasagna Soup into bowls. Top each serving with extra mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, and fresh basil, if using.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, use Italian sausage instead of ground beef.
  • If the soup seems too thick after the noodles cook, add a splash more beef broth or water until you reach your desired consistency.
  • You can stir in the mozzarella cheese with the ricotta for a fully melted, cheesy soup, or reserve it for topping individual bowls.

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