Description
A cozy and hearty bowl of Lasagna Soup filled with all the classic flavors of traditional lasagna—savory tomato sauce, tender pasta, and creamy cheese—all made in one pot for a quicker, easier meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or comforting family dinners.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups beef or chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 8 ounces lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- ½ cup ricotta cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
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Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add ground beef or sausage, breaking it apart with a spoon until browned.
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Stir in diced onion and minced garlic; cook until fragrant and softened.
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Mix in tomato paste, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.
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Pour in crushed tomatoes and broth, stirring well to combine.
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Bring to a boil, then add broken lasagna noodles. Simmer uncovered for 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente.
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Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
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Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan or top each serving with a spoonful of ricotta and fresh basil.
- Serve hot with crusty bread or a green salad.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute ground turkey or chicken for beef.
- If freezing, cook and store the noodles separately to maintain texture.
- Add spinach, zucchini, or mushrooms for extra nutrition and flavor.
- A Parmesan rind simmered in the broth adds richness and depth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-Pot / Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1½ cups)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 890 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg