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Cozy Lasagna Soup in a Crock-Pot

A comforting soup that combines the flavors of traditional lasagna in a hearty, easy-to-make dish using a slow cooker.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken.
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
  • 15 ounces tomato sauce
  • 4 cups beef broth Can use vegetable broth for vegetarian version.
  • 2 teaspoons dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) For added heat.
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 ounces lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • optional Fresh basil or parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Crock-Pot

Method
 

  1. Gather all your ingredients to streamline the cooking process.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with the diced onion and minced garlic for 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
  3. Transfer the cooked beef mixture to the Crock-Pot. Add crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth. Stir in dried basil, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
  5. About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the broken lasagna noodles. Cover and let cook until tender. Mix in ricotta and half of the mozzarella cheese before serving.
  6. Serve hot, topped with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalProtein: 28gSodium: 800mg

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