Lasagna Soup 🍲🍝
A comforting, hearty soup filled with all the classic lasagna flavors—ground beef, tomatoes, and cheesy goodness—served as a warm and filling soup, perfect for cold days!
Ingredients:
For the Soup:
1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey for a lighter version)
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
4 cups beef broth (or chicken broth)
2 cups water
2 tsp dried oregano
2 tsp dried basil
1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
2 tbsp tomato paste
8 oz lasagna noodles (broken into pieces)
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Ricotta Topping:
1 cup ricotta cheese
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Prepare the Soup:
Cook the ground beef: In a large pot, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain any excess fat and set the beef aside.
Sauté the vegetables: In the same pot, add the onion and garlic and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until softened and fragrant.
Add the tomatoes and seasonings: Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, water, oregano, basil, crushed red pepper flakes, and tomato paste. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to combine.
Add the noodles: Break the lasagna noodles into pieces and stir them into the soup. Simmer for another 10-12 minutes, or until the noodles are cooked and tender.
Make the Ricotta Topping:5. In a small bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
Assemble the Soup:
6. Serve the soup: Ladle the soup into bowls and top with a generous spoonful of the ricotta mixture.7. Garnish with a sprinkle of extra Parmesan or fresh parsley, if desired.
Pro Tip:
For extra flavor, you can add a splash of heavy cream to the soup for a creamier texture.
To make this soup even more like lasagna, feel free to sprinkle extra mozzarella on top before serving!
Enjoy your Lasagna Soup—a rich, comforting twist on a classic favorite!