Description
Crockpot Lasagna Soup is a comforting and hearty twist on classic lasagna, perfect for cozy nights in. This easy-to-make dish combines lean ground beef, rich crushed tomatoes, and gooey cheeses, all simmered to perfection in your slow cooker. With minimal prep time and maximum flavor, it’s a versatile meal that can be customized to suit any dietary preference. Gather your loved ones and enjoy this delightful bowl of goodness that promises warmth and satisfaction with every spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 28 oz crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 cups small pasta (elbow macaroni or ditalini)
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat. Drain excess fat and set aside.
- Sauté chopped onions and minced garlic in the same skillet until fragrant (about 5 minutes). Combine with browned meat.
- Transfer the meat mixture to the crockpot. Add crushed tomatoes, beef broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; stir well.
- About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the pasta to the crockpot and cook until tender.
- While pasta cooks, mix ricotta cheese with fresh parsley.
- Serve hot in bowls topped with shredded mozzarella cheese and dollops of herbed ricotta.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg