Description
Crockpot Lasagna Soup is a rich, tomato-based soup that captures all the savory layers of traditional lasagna in a cozy, one-pot format. Packed with seasoned meat, tender noodles, and creamy cheese toppings, this slow-cooked dish delivers hearty comfort with minimal effort. It’s perfect for busy weeknights, easy meal prep, or whenever you’re craving classic Italian flavors without the fuss of baking.
Ingredients
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1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 medium onion, chopped
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
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1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
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2 tbsp tomato paste
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4 cups chicken or beef broth
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1 tbsp Italian seasoning
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1 tsp dried basil
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1 bay leaf
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½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
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½ tsp black pepper
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8 oz lasagna noodles, broken into 2” pieces
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1 cup ricotta cheese
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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Optional: 1–2 cups baby spinach, red pepper flakes, zucchini
Instructions
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Brown the Meat: In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef or sausage in olive oil with onion and garlic until browned. Drain grease.
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Transfer to Crockpot: Add meat mixture to slow cooker. Stir in crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, broth, seasonings, basil, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
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Slow Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours.
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Add Noodles: About 30 minutes before serving, stir in broken lasagna noodles. Cook until noodles are tender.
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Prepare Cheese Mixture: In a small bowl, mix ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan.
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Serve: Ladle soup into bowls and top each with a generous spoonful of cheese mixture. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, omit meat and add mushrooms or lentils.
For best texture when freezing, omit noodles and add freshly cooked ones later.
Use a mix of beef and Italian sausage for deeper flavor.
Add veggies like zucchini or spinach for extra nutrition.
To lighten the dish, use part-skim cheeses and ground turkey.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–8 hours (low) or 3–4 hours (high)
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Keywords: lasagna soup, crockpot soup, Italian soup, slow cooker, family meal, easy dinner