Lasagna Soup

Transform the traditional lasagna into a comforting bowl of soup with this Lasagna Soup recipe. It combines all the rich flavors of classic lasagna with the ease and speed of a one-pot meal. Perfect for chilly evenings, this soup will quickly become a family favorite.

Ingredients

🍖 1 pound ground beef
🧅 1 large onion, diced
🧄 4 cloves garlic, minced
🥫 2 heaping tablespoons tomato paste
🧂 1 teaspoon salt
🌿 1 teaspoon garlic powder
🧄 1 teaspoon onion powder
🌶️ 1 teaspoon paprika
🌿 1 teaspoon oregano
🌿 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
🌶️ 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes
🍅 1 28oz jar marinara sauce (your favorite)
🍗 3 cups chicken broth (add more if you want it to be more runny)
🍝 10-12 uncooked lasagna noodles, broken into approx. 1-2 inch pieces
🥛 1 cup heavy cream
🌿 Fresh basil, a handful chopped

Ricotta Cheese Topping:
🧀 1 cup Ricotta cheese
🧀 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
🧀 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
🌿 Fresh parsley
🌿 Fresh basil
🧂 Pinch of salt
🧂 Pinch of black pepper

Instructions

1- Cooking the Meat:

• Heat a large Dutch oven or large soup pot over medium-high heat.
• Add the ground beef and cook until browned.
• Add the garlic and onion, cooking for about 4-5 minutes until the onion is tender.

2- Adding Paste and Seasonings:

• Stir in the tomato paste and seasonings.
• Mix well until the tomato paste is fully combined and let cook for 2-3 minutes.

3- Introducing Liquids:

• Add the marinara sauce and chicken broth.
• Stir well, cover, and bring to a boil.

4- Cooking the Noodles:

• Drop in the broken lasagna noodles.
• Reduce to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the noodles are tender (approximately 20-30 minutes).

5- Finalizing the Soup:

• Once noodles are cooked, stir in the heavy cream and chopped basil.
• Let simmer for a couple more minutes while you prepare the cheese topping.

6- Preparing the Cheese Topping:

• In a bowl, combine the Ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, parsley, basil, salt, and pepper.
• Mix well.

7- Serving:

• Serve the lasagna soup warm, topped with the cheese mixture and additional basil if desired.
• Enjoy!

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: Approximately 520 calories per serving
Proteins, Fats, and Carbohydrates per Serving: Protein: 25g, Fats: 32g, Carbohydrates: 35g
Equipment: Large Dutch oven or large soup pot, mixing bowl

Cooking Tips

• Break the lasagna noodles into small, manageable pieces before adding them to the boiling soup.
• Adjust the consistency of the soup by adding more chicken broth if desired.

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Lasagna Soup