Description
This Easy Lasagna Soup delivers all the comforting flavors of traditional lasagna in a hearty, one-pot soup. With ground meat, rich tomato broth, tender noodles, and cheesy toppings, it’s a warm and satisfying dish perfect for any night of the week.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken or beef broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 8 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil or parsley (optional, for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 3–4 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and ground meat. Cook until browned and fully cooked, breaking up the meat as it cooks.
- Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1–2 minutes to develop flavor.
- Add crushed tomatoes, broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- Add broken lasagna noodles and simmer for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until noodles are tender.
- In a small bowl, mix ricotta cheese with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and top each serving with a spoonful of ricotta, shredded mozzarella, and grated Parmesan.
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired and serve hot.
Notes
Use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.Make it vegetarian by omitting meat and adding mushrooms or spinach.For gluten-free, use gluten-free pasta.Freeze without noodles for better texture upon reheating.Add red pepper flakes for a spicier kick.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 65mg