Description
Warm up with our delightful Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup, a comforting twist on traditional lasagna that’s both easy to make and packed with flavor. This hearty dish combines ground beef or turkey with a medley of spices, three types of cheese, and tender noodles, all simmered together to create a rich and satisfying meal. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, this soup brings the warmth of comfort food right to your table without the fuss. With its adaptable ingredients, you can easily customize it to suit your taste preferences while enjoying the delicious layers that lasagna lovers adore.
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 8 lasagna noodles
- ½ cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- ¼ teaspoon dried rosemary
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess grease.
- Transfer the meat to the slow cooker along with diced onion, minced garlic, chicken broth, marinara sauce, diced tomatoes, and spices.
- Stir well and cover; cook on Low for 6–8 hours or High for 3–4 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, add broken lasagna noodles.
- Stir in balsamic vinegar and parmesan cheese before serving topped with mozzarella and ricotta.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute ground turkey for a lighter option. Add chopped spinach or zucchini for an extra nutritional boost. For firmer noodles, consider cooking them separately and adding them just before serving.