Description
Warm up with a cozy bowl of Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup, a delightful twist on classic lasagna that captures all the rich flavors without the fuss. This hearty soup combines tender pasta, ground beef or turkey, and a medley of herbs in a savory broth, making it an ideal dish for family gatherings or comforting weeknight dinners. With minimal prep time and the convenience of a slow cooker, you can enjoy this creamy, cheesy soup in just a few hours. Top it with mozzarella and ricotta for an extra indulgent finish. Perfectly satisfying and incredibly easy to customize, this soup is sure to become a favorite in your household!
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 15 oz can diced tomatoes
- 8 lasagna noodles, broken into bite-sized pieces
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- ½ cup grated parmesan
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup grated mozzarella
- ½ cup ricotta
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef or turkey until fully cooked. Drain excess grease.
- Transfer the cooked meat to the slow cooker and add diced onion, minced garlic, broth, marinara sauce, diced tomatoes, and seasonings. Stir well.
- Cover and cook on Low for 6-8 hours or High for 3-4 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, stir in broken lasagna noodles and cover again until noodles are tender.
- Mix in balsamic vinegar and grated parmesan before serving topped with mozzarella and ricotta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours (Low)
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, feel free to include vegetables like spinach or bell peppers. Adjust spices based on personal preference; consider adding Italian seasoning for extra flavor. To ensure noodles don’t become mushy, add them during the last half hour of cooking.