Certainly! Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup is a delicious and convenient twist on the classic lasagna, perfect for a comforting meal. Here’s a simple recipe for you:
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups beef or vegetable broth
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups uncooked lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions:
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef or Italian sausage over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the onion is softened.
- Transfer the cooked meat, onion, and garlic to the slow cooker.
- Add crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, beef or vegetable broth, water, dried basil, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper to the slow cooker. Stir well to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the broken lasagna noodles. Make sure they are fully submerged in the liquid.
- In a small bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese.
- Just before serving, ladle the soup into bowls and top each serving with a dollop of the cheese mixture.
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley.
- Serve hot and enjoy your Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup!
Feel free to customize the recipe to your liking by adding extra vegetables like spinach or mushrooms. Enjoy your delicious and hassle-free lasagna soup!
