Description
All the comfort of classic lasagna in a cozy, one-pot soup. Perfectly seasoned meat, tender noodles, and melty cheese come together for a dish that feels like a warm hug.
Ingredients
- Ground Beef: 1 pound — brings deep, meaty richness to the base.
- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons — used to sauté the aromatics and enhance overall depth.
- Yellow Onion: 1 large, diced — adds sweetness and body.
- Garlic Cloves: 4, minced — brings bold, savory undertones.
- Crushed Tomatoes: 1 can (28 ounces) — forms the tomato-forward foundation.
- Tomato Paste: 2 tablespoons — intensifies the tomato flavor and thickens the broth.
- Beef Broth: 4 cups — provides a savory, slurp-worthy base.
- Italian Seasoning: 2 teaspoons — layers in classic herbal warmth.
- Red Pepper Flakes: ¼ teaspoon — gives just a gentle heat kick.
- Lasagna Noodles: 8, broken into bite-sized pieces — the star that gives texture and heart.
- Ricotta Cheese: 1 cup — creamy and lush, added at the end for a velvety finish.
- Mozzarella Cheese: 1½ cups, shredded — melts into stringy, gooey perfection.
- Parmesan Cheese: ½ cup, grated — adds nutty, salty complexity.
- Fresh Basil or Parsley: chopped, for garnish — wakes up the flavors and adds color.
- Salt and Black Pepper: to taste — balances and enhances all other flavors.
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Heat your large soup pot over medium heat and drizzle in the olive oil.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the ground beef, breaking it apart as it browns. Once cooked, stir in onions and garlic until fragrant and translucent.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Mix in the tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, and all the seasonings. Pour in the beef broth and bring everything to a low boil.
- Assemble the Dish: Toss in the broken lasagna noodles. Reduce to a simmer and cook until noodles are tender (about 12–15 minutes).
- Cook to Perfection: Stir occasionally, allowing the flavors to mingle. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Finishing Touches: Dollop ricotta over the top. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan, then cover for a few minutes until cheese melts.
- Serve and Enjoy: Ladle into bowls, garnish with fresh basil or parsley, and savor every steamy, cheesy bite.
Notes
- Cook noodles separately if planning to store leftovers to avoid soggy pasta.
- A splash of cream can add richness if desired.
- Fresh herbs added at the end bring a bright finish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Lasagna Soup, one-pot meal, cozy soup, cheesy pasta soup, Italian comfort food