Easy Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup

This cozy slow cooker lasagna soup is packed with all the comforting flavors of classic lasagna – ground beef, marinara, tender noodles, and creamy cheese – made easier in your crockpot. With just 15 minutes of hands-on time, it’s a hearty, set-it-and-forget-it dinner the whole family will love!

 

Easy Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup Recipe

• The best part about this slow cooker lasagna is that it takes just about 15 minutes to prep, so it’s perfect to throw together when you’re short on time! The crock pot does all the work while you’re getting more important things done.
• The flavors are over-the-top delicious. It’s got all those classic lasagna flavors but in soup form. Top it with creamy ricotta and nutty Parmesan, and I promise this soup will rival any classic lasagna recipe you’ve tried!

Ingredients for Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup

• Ground Beef: Adds protein and richness. Mild or spicy Italian sausage would be a delicious substitute.
• Yellow Onion: Provides a sweet, aromatic base. White onion works too.
• Garlic: Infuses the soup with depth. Garlic powder can be used in a pinch.
• Italian Seasoning: Delivers classic herb flavor in one easy step. Dried basil and dried oregano can be used as a substitute.
• Tomato Paste: Concentrates tomato flavor and thickens the soup slightly.
• Marinara Sauce: Forms the bulk of the tomato base. Choose your favorite jarred brand or homemade.
• Crushed Tomatoes: Adds body and texture to the broth. Canned diced tomatoes would work as well, but will give the soup a thinner consistency with more tomato chunks.
• Basil Pesto: Adds a bright, herby richness. Rana is my favorite brand of store-bought pesto. Or try my homemade basil pesto recipe.
• Chicken Broth: Keeps the broth light but flavorful. Beef broth works too.
• Lasagna Noodles: Broken into pieces to mimic the classic layered pasta. You can also use mafalda or bowtie pasta.
• Shredded Mozzarella Cheese: Melts into the hot soup for a gooey, cheesy finish.
• Ricotta Cheese: Adds creamy texture when served on top. Cottage cheese is a good substitute.
• Grated Parmesan Cheese: Adds a salty, umami-rich bite. Romano or Asiago would work instead.
• Toppings: Mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, ricotta cheese, fresh chopped parsley, or basil are my favorite ways to top this lasagna soup. These add all those classic lasagna flavors you’re craving.

How to Make Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup

Brown the beef. Heat a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, season, and cook until browned.

Sauté aromatics. Add diced onion and cook for 4 minutes. Stir in garlic, Italian seasoning, and tomato paste, then cook for another minute.

Transfer to slow cooker. Add the beef mixture to your slow cooker insert.

Stir in liquids. Mix in marinara, crushed tomatoes, pesto, broth, and season well with salt and pepper.

Cook low and slow. Cover and cook on high for 2–3 hours or on low for 4–5 hours.

Add noodles. Stir in broken lasagna noodles and cook on high for 30 minutes, or until al dente.

Serve and top. Taste and adjust seasoning. Ladle into bowls and top with mozzarella, ricotta, Parmesan, and fresh herbs.

Tips for Making Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup

• Stir the soup after adding noodles to prevent sticking.
• Add more broth if it gets too thick after cooking.
• Don’t skip the pesto—it adds an incredible flavor boost!

Make-Ahead Instructions

• Season moderately with salt and pepper. The ingredient list is simple, so salt and pepper are going to go a long way in boosting all the flavors of the dish. Season to taste after cooking as well.
• Make this lasagna soup super luxurious by stirring in a 1/4 cup (or more!) of heavy cream.
• Stir in fresh baby spinach for a pop of color and extra earthy flavor.

Storing Leftovers

• Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Keep the toppings separate and add fresh when serving.
• The noodles will continue to soak up the broth as they sit, but should still be good for a few days.

Reheating Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup

• Reheat on the stovetop in a saucepan over medium heat.
• Or warm up in the microwave in 60–90 second intervals, stirring occasionally.
• Add a splash of broth if the noodles have absorbed too much liquid.

Serving Suggestions

• easy garlic bread
• Caprese garlic bread
• olive cheese bread
• olive oil bread dip
• simple house salad

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