Description
This Magical Lasagna Soup brings all the comforting flavors of classic lasagna into one warm, hearty bowl. Made with savory ground beef, tender lasagna noodles, tomatoes, Italian herbs, and creamy ricotta and mozzarella, this easy soup is packed with flavor without the fuss of layering and baking. It’s the perfect cozy weeknight dinner for chilly evenings and family meals.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 5 cups beef or chicken broth
- 8 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
- ½ cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
1. Brown the Beef
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook for 5–7 minutes, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through.
Drain excess grease if needed.
2. Add the Onion and Garlic
Add the diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Build the Soup Base
Stir in the tomato paste, Italian seasoning, basil, oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Cook for about 1 minute.
Add the crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, and broth. Stir well and bring the soup to a gentle boil.
4. Simmer
Reduce the heat and let the soup simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the tomato base and beef to develop a rich flavor.
5. Add the Lasagna Noodles
Break the lasagna noodles into smaller, uneven pieces and add them directly to the pot. Cook for about 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the noodles are tender.
6. Add the Cheese
Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the ricotta and Parmesan until the soup becomes creamy and the cheese is incorporated.
For extra cheesy flavor, add some mozzarella directly into the pot and stir until melted.
7. Serve
Ladle the Lasagna Soup into bowls and top with a spoonful of ricotta, shredded mozzarella, Parmesan, and fresh basil or parsley.
Let the soup rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors can come together.
Recipe Tips
- Break the lasagna noodles into different-sized pieces for a fun deconstructed lasagna texture.
- Add a Parmesan rind while the soup simmers for extra depth of flavor.
- Stir in fresh spinach or kale near the end for extra vegetables.
- Substitute Italian sausage for some or all of the ground beef for a spicier flavor.
- For a vegetarian version, replace the meat with mushrooms, zucchini, or lentils.
- Serve with garlic bread or crusty bread to soak up the rich tomato broth.
