Description
Savor the flavors of classic lasagna in a comforting, creamy soup. This easy lasagna soup recipe combines hearty ground beef, rich tomato sauce, tender lasagna noodles, and creamy cheeses for a cozy one-pot meal perfect for weeknight dinners or soup season!
Ingredients
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Soup:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20)
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 25 ounces tomato basil pasta sauce
- 28 ounces diced canned tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken broth (add more for a thinner soup)
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided (or to taste)
- 12 lasagna noodles, uncooked and broken into 2-inch pieces
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional)
Garnishes:
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 6 tablespoons fresh basil, finely chopped
Instructions
- Cook the Aromatics and Beef:
- Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Add diced onion and cook until softened. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks.
- Stir in garlic, red pepper flakes, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, oregano, and tomato paste.
- Build the Soup Base:
- Add tomato basil pasta sauce, diced tomatoes, and chicken broth to the pot. Bring to a boil.
- Cook the Noodles:
- Add broken lasagna noodles to the pot and season with the remaining 1 teaspoon of kosher salt.
- Reduce the heat and let simmer, stirring occasionally, until the noodles are tender (about 12–15 minutes).
- Add Creaminess:
- Stir in heavy cream for a richer soup (optional). Add more chicken broth if needed to adjust the consistency.
- Serve:
- Spoon the soup into bowls and top each with dollops of ricotta, shredded mozzarella, grated parmesan, and a sprinkle of fresh basil. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- Best Pasta Choice: Regular dried lasagna noodles work best for this recipe. Avoid oven-ready noodles as they tend to become overly soft.
- Pasta Substitutions: Any short or long pasta can be used if lasagna noodles aren’t available