Description
Hearty lasagna soup brings Italian comfort to your table with layers of rich flavor packed into each spoonful. Melted cheese, tender noodles, and savory herbs create a soul-warming dish you’ll crave on chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 1 pound (lb) ground beef
Vegetables:
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Tomato Base:
- 1 (28 ounces) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 (15 ounces) can tomato sauce
- 4 cups beef broth
Pasta:
- 1 (12 ounces) package lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Cheese:
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Garnish:
- Fresh basil (optional)
Instructions
- Brown ground beef in a large pot over medium heat, carefully draining any excess fat to maintain a clean flavor profile.
- Introduce finely chopped onions and minced garlic to the pot, sautéing until the onions become translucent and aromatic.
- Pour in crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth, gently bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Carefully break lasagna noodles into bite-sized pieces, then add them to the simmering liquid along with dried basil, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- Allow the soup to simmer for 10-12 minutes, ensuring the noodles become tender and absorb the rich, savory flavors of the broth.
- Fold in creamy ricotta cheese, stirring until it melts seamlessly into the soup’s texture.
- Sprinkle generously with shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese, letting them melt for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Optional: Garnish with fresh basil leaves for a vibrant, herbaceous finishing touch.
- Serve piping hot, offering a comforting twist on traditional lasagna.
Notes
- Use lean ground beef or ground turkey for a healthier protein option that reduces overall fat content.
- Break lasagna noodles into smaller, bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking and easier eating experience.
- For gluten-free version, substitute traditional lasagna noodles with gluten-free pasta or zucchini noodles to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Create a vegetarian twist by replacing ground beef with plant-based meat alternatives or adding extra vegetables like mushrooms and bell peppers for added texture and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg