Lasagna Soup
The ultimate comfort food, Lasagna Soup is a creamy, hearty dish that combines all your favorite lasagna flavors in a warm bowl. Perfect for busy weeknights or chilly winter evenings, it’s easy to make and sure to please your entire family. Try it tonight!
Equipment
- Dutch Oven
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef (Italian sausage can be used)
- 1 cup diced onion
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 2 14.5 ounce cans diced tomatoes undrained
- 1 8 ounce can tomato sauce
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
- 4 cups low sodium beef broth (chicken broth can be substituted)
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 6 uncooked lasagna noodles broken into 1 1/2 inch pieces (about 6-8 ounces; see Note)
- 8 ounces ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Begin by heating your large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the ground beef and diced onion. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the beef is browned and the onion is translucent. This process should take about five to seven minutes. The rich aroma will start to fill your kitchen!
- Next, add the minced garlic to the pot and cook for an additional thirty seconds. You want to be careful here, as garlic can burn quickly, which can turn your dish bitter.
- Once the garlic is fragrant, drain any excess fat from the pot. This step is crucial to keep the soup from being too greasy.
- Now, stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, and beef broth. Mix these ingredients together well, ensuring everything is combined.
- Add the Italian seasoning and bring your mixture to a boil. This is where the magic happens. The flavors will start to meld together beautifully.
- Once boiling, carefully stir in the broken lasagna noodles. Reduce the heat slightly and allow it to simmer for about ten minutes. Keep an eye on it to make sure the noodles cook through and become tender.
- While the soup is simmering, prepare the cheese topping. In a small bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, and salt until well combined. This mixture will add a creamy richness to your soup that is simply irresistible.
- Once the noodles are tender, it’s time to season the soup. Taste and add salt and pepper as needed. Don’t skip this step; the seasoning really elevates the soup.
- To serve the Lasagna Soup, ladle it into bowls and top each serving with a generous dollop of the cheese mixture. If you have fresh parsley or basil, sprinkle some on top for a pop of color and extra flavor.
- Lastly, enjoy! As you stir in the cheese topping, you’ll see how it melts into the soup, creating a creamy, delicious blend that you won’t be able to resist. Don’t forget to store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
Notes
- Tip 1: You can use any small shaped pasta in place of the lasagna noodles, just use about 2 1/2 cups.
- Tip 2: The lasagna noodles really give it that authentic texture.
- Tip 3: If you are making ahead of time, it would be a good idea to boil the lasagna noodles separately and then add them before eating.
- Tip 4: The lasagna noodles really soak up the liquid if they sit in the soup for a while.
- Tip 5: You can add some beef broth if you need to thin it out.