This Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup is a hearty, comforting, and easy-to-make dish that brings all the flavors of classic lasagna into a warm, cozy bowl. Made with ground beef, Italian sausage, tomatoes, noodles, and a rich, cheesy topping, this soup is perfect for chilly days and requires minimal effort thanks to the slow cooker! 🍜🧀

Ingredients

For the Soup:

• 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
• ½ lb (225 g) Italian sausage, casing removed
• 1 small onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (28 oz / 800 g) can crushed tomatoes
• 1 (15 oz / 425 g) can tomato sauce
• 1 (14.5 oz / 410 g) can diced tomatoes
• 4 cups (960 ml) beef broth
• 1 ½ tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)
• 1 tsp sugar (to balance acidity)
• 8 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
• 1 ½ cups (360 ml) water

For the Cheese Topping:

• 1 cup (250 g) ricotta cheese
• ½ cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup (100 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1: Brown the Meat

1. In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef and Italian sausage until browned.
2. Add the diced onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until soft.
3. Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
4. Drain excess grease and transfer the meat mixture to the slow cooker.

Step 2: Add the Soup Ingredients

5. Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, beef broth, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, sugar, and water to the slow cooker.
6. Stir well, cover, and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours.

Step 3: Add the Noodles

7. About 30 minutes before serving, add the broken lasagna noodles to the soup. Stir well and continue cooking until the noodles are tender.

Step 4: Prepare the Cheese Topping

8. In a small bowl, mix together ricotta cheese, Parmesan, and fresh parsley.

Step 5: Serve and Enjoy!

9. Ladle the soup into bowls and top each serving with a scoop of the cheese mixture and a sprinkle of mozzarella.
10. Garnish with extra Parmesan and fresh basil, if desired.

Notes

• Make it lighter: Use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef and sausage.
• Gluten-free version: Swap lasagna noodles for gluten-free pasta.
• Make it ahead: Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
• Thicker soup? Reduce broth by ½ cup for a richer texture.

Why This Recipe Works

This soup combines all the flavors of traditional lasagna with half the effort! The slow cooker develops deep, rich flavors, while the cheese topping melts into the soup, making every spoonful creamy, cheesy, and delicious.

Conclusion

This Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup is the perfect comfort food for busy days when you want all the flavor of lasagna without the hassle. Warm, hearty, and packed with Italian goodness, it’s a meal your whole family will love. Try it today and enjoy a cozy, delicious bowl of lasagna in soup form! 🍜🧀✨