Description
A comforting and hearty One Pot Lasagna Soup that combines all the delicious flavors of traditional lasagna in an easy-to-make, single pot recipe. Perfect for a cozy dinner, this soup is packed with ground beef or Italian sausage, lasagna noodles, rich tomato broth, and creamy cheeses for an ultimate crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Liquids and Tomatoes
- 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
Pasta
- 8 oz lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
Cheeses
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Garnish (Optional)
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Brown the Meat: In a large pot over medium heat, add the ground beef or Italian sausage. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon to ensure even cooking.
- Sauté Onions and Garlic: Add the chopped onion to the pot and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add Tomatoes and Broth: Pour in the crushed tomatoes and chicken or vegetable broth. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
- Season the Soup: Add the dried oregano, dried basil, and bay leaf. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil.
- Cook Noodles: Once boiling, add the broken lasagna noodles. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes, or until the noodles are tender but not mushy.
- Incorporate Cheese: Stir in the ricotta cheese until fully combined and creamy. Then mix in half of the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheeses until they melt into the soup.
- Taste and Adjust: Taste the soup and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt and pepper to your preference.
- Serve: Remove the bay leaf. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Garnish with fresh basil if desired for added freshness.
Notes
- Use Italian sausage for a spicier flavor or ground beef for a milder taste.
- If you prefer a vegetarian version, substitute the meat with mushrooms or lentils and use vegetable broth.
- Break noodles into smaller pieces to help them cook evenly in the soup.
- Stir frequently to prevent noodles from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
- Leftovers reheat well and flavors improve after resting overnight.
- For a lower-fat version, use lean ground turkey or chicken and reduce cheese amounts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: One-pot stovetop cooking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 1 ½ cups)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0.3g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: One pot lasagna soup, easy lasagna soup, comfort food soup, Italian soup recipe, creamy tomato soup with noodles
