Description

This Lasagna Soup is a hearty and comforting one-pot meal that brings all the flavors of classic lasagna into a warm, cozy soup. Made with ground beef, aromatic herbs, tomatoes, and broken lasagna noodles, it’s topped with creamy ricotta, melted mozzarella, and parmesan cheese, making it perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

Scale

Soup Base

1 tbsp olive oil
1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
1 small yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp dried basil
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
1 (14 oz) can tomato sauce
4 cups chicken broth

Pasta

8 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces

Cheeses & Garnish

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley or basil for garnish

Instructions

Sauté Aromatics and Meat: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until soft and translucent. Then add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Next, add the ground beef or Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, then drain any excess fat to keep the soup from being greasy.
Add Herbs and Tomatoes: Stir in the dried basil, oregano, and optional red pepper flakes to infuse the meat with flavor. Pour in the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and chicken broth. Stir everything together and bring the mixture to a boil.
Simmer the Soup: Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
Cook the Pasta: Add the broken lasagna noodles to the pot. Continue cooking the soup for about 10-12 minutes or until the noodles are tender but still firm to the bite (al dente). Stir occasionally to prevent the noodles from sticking together.
Finish with Cheese and Season: Stir in the shredded mozzarella cheese until melted and incorporated into the soup. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Serve and Garnish: Ladle the soup into serving bowls. Top each serving with a generous scoop of ricotta cheese, a sprinkle of grated parmesan cheese, and chopped fresh parsley or basil for a bright, fresh finish.

Notes

You can substitute ground turkey or plant-based meat to make a lighter or vegetarian version (omit sausage for vegetarian and use vegetable broth).
If you prefer a spicier soup, increase the red pepper flakes or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
To save time, use pre-minced garlic or onion powder in a pinch, although fresh is recommended for best flavor.
Leftover soup stores well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheats nicely on the stovetop or microwave.
For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free lasagna noodles or another gluten-free pasta cut into pieces.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian-American

Keywords: lasagna soup, comfort food, one-pot meal, Italian soup, hearty soup, cozy dinner