Description
Creamy lasagna soup brings Italian comfort to your dinner table with rich layers of pasta, ground beef, and silky tomato broth. Melted cheese and herbed ricotta crown this hearty one-pot wonder that satisfies your craving for classic lasagna in a delightful, spoonable version.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20)
Dairy and Cheese:
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- ½ cup ricotta cheese
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 tablespoons fresh basil, finely chopped
Tomato Base:
- 25 ounces tomato basil pasta sauce
- 28 ounces diced canned tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
Broth and Oil:
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Pasta:
- 12 lasagna noodles, uncooked and broken into 2-inch pieces
Instructions
- Heat olive oil (30 milliliters or ) in a large pot over medium temperature, sautéing diced onions until translucent and softened.
- Introduce ground beef to the pot, browning thoroughly while breaking into small crumbles, ensuring no pink remains.
- Infuse the meat with minced garlic, red pepper flakes, oregano, and tomato paste, stirring vigorously to distribute flavors evenly.
- Pour in tomato basil pasta sauce, canned diced tomatoes, and chicken broth, creating a robust liquid base for the soup.
- Increase heat to trigger boiling, then strategically break lasagna noodles into smaller segments before adding to the simmering liquid.
- Reduce heat and allow soup to gently simmer for 8-10 minutes, allowing noodles to become tender and absorb surrounding flavors.
- Enrich the soup’s texture by stirring in heavy cream, which will transform the consistency into a luxurious, velvety mixture.
- Optional: Adjust soup’s thickness by incorporating additional chicken broth (60-120 milliliters or 1/4-) if desired.
- Enhance creaminess by sprinkling shredded mozzarella or parmesan cheese directly into the soup, creating delightful melted pockets.
- Serve hot in individual bowls, garnishing with dollops of ricotta, extra shredded cheese, and freshly chopped basil leaves for a restaurant-quality presentation.
Notes
- Discover a delightful twist on classic lasagna, transforming the beloved Italian dish into a hearty, comforting soup perfect for chilly evenings.
- Break traditional lasagna noodles directly into the pot for an effortless cooking method that saves time and reduces dish cleanup.
- Customize the soup’s consistency by adjusting broth quantities, allowing you to create a thicker stew-like texture or a lighter, more broth-based soup.
- Elevate the flavor profile by incorporating extra cheese like mozzarella or parmesan directly into the soup for enhanced creaminess and richness.
- Quick and easy one-pot meal that delivers all the robust flavors of lasagna in a simplified, convenient soup format.
- Experiment with protein variations by substituting ground beef with Italian sausage or ground turkey for a personalized touch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 880 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg