Description
Lasagna Soup brings all the classic lasagna flavors—meaty, cheesy, and savory—into a cozy, one-pot meal. This easy recipe combines pasta, ground meat, aromatic herbs, and a trio of cheeses, creating a soup that’s comforting and perfect for any night of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage
- 4 cups chicken or beef broth
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 8 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil or parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef or Italian sausage, cooking until browned, and drain excess fat.
- Add diced onion, cooking until softened. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Pour in broth, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and tomato paste. Add Italian seasoning, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then simmer.
- Add lasagna noodles, cooking until tender.
- In a small bowl, mix ricotta, half the mozzarella, and half the Parmesan.
- Serve soup with a dollop of the cheese mixture, topped with additional mozzarella, Parmesan, and fresh basil if desired.
Notes
- Adjust seasoning as needed.
- For a thicker consistency, simmer longer or add a cornstarch slurry.
- For vegetarian options, replace meat with mushrooms or chickpeas and use vegetable broth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: One-pot
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Calories: 400-500 per serving
- Fat: 20-25g
- Carbohydrates: 40-50g
- Fiber: 4-5g
- Protein: 20-25g