Crockpot lasagna soup takes everything you've ever loved about the classic layered Italian soup and puts it in a bowl. Italian sausage and ground beef, tomato broth, cheese, and noodles give all the flavor of lasagna in a soup form!
Soup is great. Classic comfort food is great. What happens when you put them together? If you have a dish like this crockpot lasagna soup, the answer is simple. It's pure magic.
This soup was inspired by my cheeseburger soup on the site, and it pairs well with this delicious focaccia to create a classic Italian dinner with a twist.
Why You'll Love This Crockpot Lasagna Soup Recipe
- It's an easy-to-make twist on classic lasagna.
- It's perfect for a cozy family dinner or a comforting meal on a chilly evening.
- The three-cheese topping adds all the cheesy goodness that makes lasagna so great.
- It's so much simpler than layering noodles, sauce, and cheese.
- It's a great addition to potlucks, as well.
Ingredients
- Mild Italian sausage
- Ground beef
- Yellow onion - diced
- Garlic - minced
- Italian seasoning
- Black pepper
- Salt
- Tomato paste
- Low-sodium beef broth
- Diced tomatoes
- Lasagna noodles - broken into bite-size pieces
- Heavy cream
- Ricotta cheese
- Mozzarella cheese - shredded
- Parmesan cheese - finely shredded
See the recipe card at the end of the post for exact ingredient quantities.
Flavor Variations and Substitutions
- Use hot Italian sausage for a spicier kick.
- Experiment with different cheese combinations for the topping.
- Add fresh basil leaves or red pepper flakes for enhanced Italian flavor.
- Try smoked mozzarella for a smokier taste.
- For a vegan option, use vegan sausage crumbles, vegetable broth, and non-dairy heavy cream or coconut milk.
- Make it healthier by using ground chicken and whole wheat lasagna noodles and adding diced vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, and spinach.
How To Make Crockpot Lasagna Soup
1: Cook the sausage and ground beef in a large skillet until browned. Drain and add to the slow cooker.
2: Add all the ingredients except the heavy cream, cheeses, and noodles and cook until the flavors have melded.
3: Add the heavy cream and noodles about 30 minutes before the soup is done.
4: Mix the cheeses in a medium bowl.
5: Serve the soup in bowls topped with the cheese mixture. Enjoy!
Hint
Be sure to drain your meat before adding it to the slow cooker to avoid a greasy soup.
Storage
Refrigerate this soup for up to 4 days in an air-tight container. Store the cheese mixture in an air-tight container for about the same amount of time. For longer storage, freeze the soup for up to 3 months in an air-tight, freezer-safe container.
To reheat the soup, defrost it if frozen. Then, heat it in a saucepan over medium-low heat until heated through.
What to Serve with Crockpot Lasagna Soup
This soup is a hearty meal on its own. However, you can pair it with vegetables or other sides to create an even heartier meal.
Tips
- When breaking up the lasagna noodles into bite-sized pieces, make them as evenly sized as possible to ensure even cooking and a balanced texture in every spoonful.
- Use low-sodium beef broth to control the saltiness of the soup, allowing you to season it to your preference without overdoing it.
- To prevent overcooking the lasagna noodles, add them to the slow cooker just 30 minutes before the cooking time is complete.
- Stir the soup occasionally during the cooking process to ensure that all the flavors come together properly.
- Don't skip the heavy cream – it adds velvety creaminess to the lasagna soup, enhancing the overall texture and taste.
FAQ
Yes, you can prepare and refrigerate the soup a day in advance. Just add the lasagna noodles and heavy cream 30 minutes before serving to keep them fresh and al dente.
To prevent mushy noodles, add them to the slow cooker only 30 minutes before the soup is done. This way, they will maintain their texture and absorb the flavors without overcooking.
Use them the same way you would use regular lasagna noodles in this recipe. They may take a shorter time to cook, so experiment with adding them 15 minutes before the cooking time is up. The time it takes to cook will depend on if you cook on HIGH or LOW.
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Crockpot Lasagna Soup
Ingredients
Lasagna Soup
- 1 pound mild Italian Sausage
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion diced
- 3 teaspoons garlic minced
- 1½ teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ⅓ cup tomato paste
- 6 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 (14.5 oz) cans of diced tomatoes
- 12 ounces lasagna noodles broken into bite size pieces
- ½ cup heavy cream
Cheese Topping
- 8 ounces ricotta cheese
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
- ½ cup parmesan cheese finely shredded
Instructions
Lasagna Soup
- Add sausage, ground beef, and sausage in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and break apart until browned. Drain off excess grease and add to a 6-quart slow cooker.
- Add garlic, Italian seasoning, black pepper, salt, tomato paste, chicken broth, and diced tomatoes. Stir until well combined.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Thirty minutes before cook time is done. Break up lasagna noodles into bite-sized pieces. Add noodles and heavy cream. Stir and continue to cook.
Cheese Topping
- Meanwhile, add ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese to a medium mixing bowl. Mix together with a fork and set aside.
- Add Lasagna soup to bowls and top with cheese topping. Enjoy!
Nutrition
*Nutrition information is an estimate. It may vary based on ingredients, brands, and changes in cooking methods listed in the recipe. If you need exact ingredient numbers, I recommend calculating them with your preferred nutrition calculator.
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