12ounceslasagna noodlesbroken into bite-sized pieces
1/2oniondiced
1bell pepperdiced
128-ounce cancrushed tomatoes
114.5-ounce canpetite diced tomatoes
1tablespoonItalian seasoning
1teaspoonminced garlic
1/2cupricotta cheese
1cupParmesan cheeseshredded
1cupmozzarella cheeseshredded
Instructions
Set a large skillet over medium heat. Put in the ground beef and break it into crumbles as it cooks, about 7–10 minutes, until browned with no pink remaining. Pour off the excess fat, then move the beef into the slow cooker.
Put the diced onion and bell pepper in with the beef. Add both cans of tomatoes, the Italian seasoning, and minced garlic. Pour in the beef broth and stir everything together.
Place the lid on the slow cooker and let the soup cook for 6–8 hours on low or 3–4 hours on high.
When serving time is about 30 minutes away, break the lasagna noodles into bite-sized pieces and stir them into the soup. Cook on high for 30 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.
Use a small bowl to stir together the ricotta, shredded Parmesan, and shredded mozzarella.
Spoon the soup into serving bowls and add a spoonful of the cheese mixture to each. If you like, finish with fresh parsley.
Notes
Makes 6 bowls; the soup base cooks on low for 6–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours, with the noodles added about 30 minutes before serving.