EASY SLOW COOKER LASAGNA SOUP

Easy Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup is a comforting and flavorful twist on the classic lasagna, offering all the rich, cheesy goodness you love in a warm, hearty soup. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends, this dish requires minimal prep work and lets your slow cooker do all the heavy lifting. The combination of ground beef, Italian sausage, tomatoes, and lasagna noodles simmered together creates a deliciously rich broth, while dollops of ricotta cheese add a creamy finish that makes each spoonful irresistible. Serve with a sprinkle of mozzarella and a slice of crusty bread, and you have a family-friendly meal that’s sure to satisfy.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1/2 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups beef broth
• 2 cans (14.5 oz each) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
• 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 8 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Brown the meat: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and Italian sausage until browned and cooked through. Drain any excess fat. Add the chopped onion and garlic to the skillet, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the onion is softened.
2. Transfer to the slow cooker: Transfer the cooked meat mixture to your slow cooker. Add the beef broth, diced tomatoes (with juice), tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
3. Cook the soup: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-7 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours. About 30 minutes before serving, add the broken lasagna noodles to the slow cooker, stirring to ensure they are submerged in the broth. Cook until the noodles are tender.
4. Add the cheeses: Just before serving, stir in the ricotta cheese until it melts slightly into the soup, creating a creamy texture. Ladle the soup into bowls, and sprinkle each serving with shredded mozzarella cheese. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired.
5. Serve: Serve the Lasagna Soup hot, with crusty bread or a side salad.

Easy Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup brings all the comforting flavors of lasagna into a simple, one-pot meal that’s perfect for any night of the week. The slow cooker makes this dish incredibly convenient, and the addition of ricotta and mozzarella cheeses adds a deliciously creamy finish.