Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup

Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup is a delightful twist on traditional lasagna, combining all the rich flavors into a comforting soup. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe features gooey cheese, hearty beef, and tender noodles in every bowl. Let your slow cooker do the work while you enjoy this crowd-pleasing dish that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

Prep Time : 15 Mins | Cook Time : 4 Hs | Total Time : 4 Hs 15 Mins

• Servings : 8

Ingredients:

• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1 small yellow onion diced
• 3 teaspoons minced garlic
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) beef broth or stock
• 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes drained
• 1 teaspoon beef bullion granules (or 1 cube, crushed)
• 2 cups water
• 4 Tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 2 teaspoons dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 8 ounces lasagna noodles broken into small pieces

Optional Toppings:

• Ricotta cheese
• shredded Mozzarella cheese
• freshly chopped basil
• freshly chopped parsley

Instructions:

1. Cook and crumble ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic to beef. Cook until beef is brown and onion is soft. Drain any grease. Season with salt and pepper.
2. Place the cooked beef in a greased 6-quart slow cooker. Add the broth, both tomatoes, beef bullion, water, tomato paste, parsley, basil, and oregano. Stir well. Cover with lid and cook on low heat for 6 to 8 hours OR on high heat for 3 to 4 hours.
3. When cooking time is up, stir in the broken lasagna noodles. Cover with the lid and cook another 30 to 40 minutes on low heat, or until noodles are tender. Don't overcook the noodles.
4. Serve soup warm in individual bowls with desired toppings.

Enjoy!!