Description

Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup brings all the traditional flavors of lasagna savory meat sauce, al dente pasta, and creamy cheese into a warm, comforting bowl of soup. Perfect for busy weeknights or cold days, this one-pot wonder simplifies everything you love about classic lasagna with the hands-off ease of a slow cooker. With rich layers of flavor and a texture that feels like a hug in a bowl, it’s destined to become a family favorite.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb ground beef (or Italian sausage)

1 small yellow onion, diced

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes

1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained

2 tablespoons tomato paste

4 cups beef broth

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

1 teaspoon dried basil

½ teaspoon dried oregano

½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional for heat)

Salt and black pepper, to taste

8 uncooked lasagna noodles, broken into bite-sized pieces

1 cup ricotta cheese

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions

Brown the Meat: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef or sausage until browned and no longer pink. Drain any excess grease. Add the onions and garlic, and sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
Assemble in the Slow Cooker: Transfer the cooked meat mixture into the slow cooker. Add the crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, beef broth, and all the seasonings: Italian seasoning, basil, oregano, crushed red pepper flakes, and salt and pepper. Stir well to combine.
Slow Cook to Perfection: Cover and cook on LOW for 7–8 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours. About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the broken lasagna noodles. Cover and cook until the noodles are tender.
Prepare the Cheese Mixture: In a small bowl, mix the ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan together. You can also sprinkle extra mozzarella and Parmesan on top of each bowl before serving for added cheesiness.
Serve and Enjoy: Ladle the soup into bowls and top each with a generous spoonful of the cheese mixture. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot with garlic bread or a side salad.

Notes

You can substitute ground beef or turkey for the Italian sausage.
Use oven-ready noodles if you’re short on time they tend to soften faster.
For a spicier kick, increase the red pepper flakes or use hot Italian sausage.
Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 4 days. The noodles may absorb more liquid, so add a splash of broth when reheating.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours (Low) or 3 hours (High)
Category: Main Course
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1.5–2 cups)
Calories: 420
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 1210mg
Fat: 17g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0.5g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 26g
Cholesterol: 55mg