Lasagna Soup Crock Pot Recipe
Introduction
If you're a fan of classic Italian dishes like lasagna but don't have the time to make it from scratch, this Lasagna Soup Crock Pot recipe is perfect for you! This hearty and flavorful soup combines all the delicious elements of traditional lasagna in a convenient crock pot version. With minimal prep time and a slow cooking process, you can have a warm and comforting bowl of lasagna soup waiting for you at the end of a busy day.
Ingredients
Soup
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 teaspoons dried basil
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 cup water
- 8 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Garnish
- Fresh basil leaves, chopped
- Shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
1. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the onion is translucent.
3. Transfer the cooked beef mixture to a crock pot.
4. Add the crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, beef broth, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes (if using), bay leaf, and water to the crock pot. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
5. Cover the crock pot and cook on low heat for 6-8 hours or on high heat for 3-4 hours.
6. About 30 minutes before serving, add the broken lasagna noodles to the crock pot. Stir well to ensure the noodles are fully submerged in the soup.
7. Cover the crock pot and continue cooking for an additional 30 minutes, or until the noodles are tender.
8. Just before serving, stir in the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
9. Ladle the lasagna soup into bowls and garnish with fresh chopped basil and shredded mozzarella cheese.
10. Serve hot and enjoy this delicious and convenient crock pot version of lasagna!
Nutrition
Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 320
Total Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 55mg
Sodium: 900mg
Total Carbohydrate: 27g
Dietary Fiber: 3g
Sugar: 8g
Protein: 20g
Disclaimer: The nutritional information provided is an estimate and may vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.