Crockpot Lasagna Soup
A hearty twist on traditional lasagna, this Crockpot Lasagna Soup combines rich flavors with the convenience of slow cooking, perfect for busy weeknights and family dinners.
Ingredients
Meat and Base
- 1 pound Ground Beef
- 1 pound Ground Sausage
- 2 pieces Onions, chopped
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 5 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning
- 2 teaspoons Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
- ½ teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes (optional) Add if you like a bit of heat.
- 1 leaf Bay Leaf To add extra flavor.
- 24 ounces Marinara Sauce
- 15 ounces Diced Tomatoes (with juice)
- 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
- 4 cups Beef Broth
- 10 pieces Uncooked Lasagna Noodles, broken Break into smaller pieces for even cooking.
Cheese Topping
- 1 cup Heavy Cream (warmed up)
- 1 cup Ricotta Cheese
- ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1 cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese
- 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
- 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest (optional) For added freshness.
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the ground beef and sausage, and cook until browned.
- Add the chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
- Drain the excess fat and season with salt, black pepper, garlic, and Italian seasoning.
- Transfer the mixture to the slow cooker.
Cooking
- Add the garlic powder, onion powder, and red pepper flakes to the slow cooker.
- Pour in the marinara sauce, diced tomatoes, and tomato paste.
- Add the beef broth and ensure all ingredients are well combined.
- Add the broken lasagna noodles and stir gently to submerge.
- Close the lid and cook on low for about 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
Final Steps
- In a separate bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, warmed heavy cream, and half a teaspoon of black pepper. Mix until smooth.
- Once cooking time is complete, remove the bay leaf from the soup.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and top with the ricotta mixture and shredded cheeses.
- Optionally sprinkle with lemon zest before serving.
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Notes
Serve with crusty bread or garlic breadsticks for a complete meal. Feel free to customize with more vegetables or different cheeses as per your taste.