Description
Slow Cooker White Lasagna Soup is a comforting and hearty dish featuring layers of smoky turkey bacon, creamy plant-based cheese, tender broken lasagna noodles, and a flavorful broth brightened with a splash of apple cider vinegar. This easy, set-it-and-forget-it recipe delivers rich Italian-inspired flavors perfect for cozy chilly evenings or family meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Vegetables
- 6 slices smoky turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
Liquids and Sauces
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (natural)
Pasta and Thickening
- 4 uncooked lasagna noodles, broken into bite-sized pieces
- 1 1/2 teaspoons natural gelling agent
Dairy and Herbs
- 1 cup plant-based cheese (creamy, meltable, e.g., mozzarella style)
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Base Ingredients: Chop the onion and mince the garlic. In a skillet, cook the smoky turkey bacon slices until crisp, then remove and crumble them. Using the same skillet, sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant and soft to create a flavorful base for the soup.
- Combine Ingredients in the Slow Cooker: Add the sautéed onion and garlic to the slow cooker along with the crumbled turkey bacon, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, broken lasagna noodles, fresh basil, fresh oregano, and the natural gelling agent. Stir gently to combine all ingredients.
- Cook Low and Slow: Set the slow cooker to low heat and cook for 4 to 6 hours. This slow cooking melds flavors, softens the pasta perfectly, and thickens the broth into a luscious, comforting soup.
- Stir in the Creamy Plant-Based Cheese: About 15 minutes before serving, stir in generous dollops of plant-based cheese until it melts into the soup, creating creamy layers reminiscent of classic lasagna.
Notes
- Use broken lasagna noodles for even cooking and a classic lasagna texture in soup form.
- Do not skip the apple cider vinegar as it brightens and balances the rich flavors.
- Reserve some plant-based cheese for garnish to enhance flavor and presentation.
- Keep an eye on the pasta cook time to avoid mushy noodles.
- Pre-cooking bacon and onions adds depth and complexity to the flavors.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 to 6 hours
- Category: Soups
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: white lasagna soup, slow cooker soup, plant-based cheese soup, turkey bacon soup, cozy soup recipe, creamy soup
