Description
This hearty Lasagna Soup combines all the classic flavors of traditional lasagna in a comforting, easy-to-make soup. Ground beef, tomatoes, Italian herbs, and broken lasagna noodles simmer together to create a flavorful broth, topped with a cheesy ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan mixture that melts deliciously into each bowl. Ready in just 40 minutes, this soup is perfect for a cozy family dinner.
Ingredients
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Meat and Vegetables
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lb ground beef (or Italian sausage)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Broth and Tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Pasta
- 8 oz lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
Cheese Topping
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Meat: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the ground beef or Italian sausage and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess fat from the pot.
- Sauté the Vegetables: Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot with the cooked meat. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onions soften and become translucent, releasing their flavors.
- Add the Tomatoes and Broth: Stir in the crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, dried basil, salt, and pepper. Mix everything well and bring the mixture to a boil to meld the flavors together.
- Cook the Noodles: Add the broken lasagna noodles directly to the boiling soup. Cook for 10-12 minutes or until the noodles are tender but not mushy, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the Cheese Topping: While the soup simmers, combine the ricotta, shredded mozzarella, and grated Parmesan cheese in a small bowl until well mixed and creamy.
- Serve: Ladle the hot soup into bowls, then top each serving with a generous dollop of the cheese mixture. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley for a vibrant, fresh finish.
Notes
- Use Italian sausage instead of ground beef for a spicier flavor variation.
- You can substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth for a lighter flavor or to make it more vegetarian-friendly (use vegetarian sausage or mushrooms instead of meat).
- Adding fresh basil or parsley at the end brightens up the flavors and provides a nice color contrast.
- For extra richness, stir some cream into the soup before serving.
- This soup tastes even better the next day once the flavors have melded.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
