Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup with Italian Sausage
Lasagna Soup in the slow cooker is the ultimate cozy, no-fuss meal for cooler months. With ground Italian sausage, tender pasta, and a rich, tomatoey broth, it delivers all the comforting flavors of lasagna with none of the work. Just set it and forget it, then top with a dollop of creamy ricotta and enjoy with a slice of garlic bread.
6 Serving(s)
Ingredients
- 1 lb. Italian sausage, mild or spicy
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can crushed tomatoes
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
- 8 oz. tomato paste
- 1 tbsp. Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1/2 tsp. black pepper
- 8 lasagna noodles, broken into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
- 1 tbsp. flat-leaf parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- In a large skillet over high heat, brown the Italian sausage for 4 minutes. Break apart the sausage as it browns.
- Add onion and garlic, then cook for another 1–2 minutes.
- Remove from heat and drain the extra grease. Transfer the cooked sausage and onion to a slow cooker.
- To the slow cooker, add the tomatoes, chicken broth, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine well.
- Cook on high for 3 hours, then add the noodles and stir to incorporate.
- Set to low heat, then cook for another 30 minutes.
- To serve, scoop into bowls and garnish with a tablespoon of ricotta cheese, chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese.
Sponsored by: National Pork Board
Recipe & photo courtesy of the National Pork Board, Des Moines, Iowa
Ground pork is safe to eat when cooked to 160°F.
Nutrition Facts
570 Calories Per ServingFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 2130mgCarbohydrates: 51gFiber: 7gProtein: 7gActual nutritional values may vary depending on specific ingredients used and/or modifications to the recipe