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Easy Crockpot Lasagna Soup

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Make this easy Crockpot Lasagna Soup for a comforting, hearty meal. It captures classic lasagna flavors in a simple, slow-cooker format, perfect for busy weeknights and minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound Italian sausage or ground beef
  • 1 (24 ounce) jar marinara sauce
  • 1 (15 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup broken lasagna noodles
  • 1/2 cup water (if needed for thinning)
  • 1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Place the Italian sausage or ground beef into the slow cooker. Cook the meat separately on the stovetop until browned, then drain the fat and add the cooked meat to the slow cooker.
  2. Add the marinara sauce, crushed tomatoes, beef broth, oregano, basil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker. Stir to combine all ingredients.
  3. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours, or on high for 2 to 3 hours.
  4. About 30 minutes before serving, increase the heat to high if necessary. Stir in the broken lasagna noodles. Cook until the noodles are tender, about 20 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Add 1/2 cup of water if the soup seems too thick.
  5. Once the noodles are cooked, turn the slow cooker to the ‘Keep Warm’ setting. Stir in half of the ricotta cheese until it melts slightly into the soup, creating creamy pockets.
  6. Ladle the soup into bowls. Top each serving with a dollop of the remaining ricotta cheese, a sprinkle of mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese. Garnish with fresh parsley if you use it.

Notes

  • Use oven-ready lasagna noodles to save time, but check them near the end of cooking as they absorb liquid quickly.
  • For a richer flavor, brown the meat with 1/2 chopped onion and 2 cloves of minced garlic before adding it to the slow cooker.
  • If you prefer a smoother texture, you can blend a portion of the soup before adding the noodles.

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