Description
Lasagna Soup is a delightful and comforting twist on the classic Italian dish, combining all the rich flavors of traditional lasagna into a hearty soup. This one-pot recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, offering a satisfying meal that can be made with minimal cleanup. With robust tomatoes, savory ground beef, and tender pasta, this dish is sure to please even the pickiest eaters. Customize it with your favorite toppings like ricotta and mozzarella for an extra layer of creaminess. In under an hour, you can serve up a delicious bowl of Lasagna Soup that will warm hearts and bellies alike.
Ingredients
- 1–2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 large onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes (do not drain)
- 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce or tomato puree
- 3 ounces tomato paste (about ¼ cup)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1–2 cups water (or more as needed to adjust consistency)
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon sea salt (or more to taste)
- Black pepper, to taste
- 8 ounces bowtie pasta (uncooked)
- ½ cup ricotta cheese
- 2 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded (about ½ cup)
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, shaved, shredded, or grated
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- In a large soup pot over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Once shimmering, sauté ground beef until browned; add diced onion and minced garlic until softened.
- Stir in diced tomatoes (with juice), tomato sauce, tomato paste, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and uncooked pasta.
- Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium and simmer for 10-15 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Adjust thickness with additional broth or water if necessary.
- Serve hot with garnishes like ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, and fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Feel free to swap out ground beef for turkey or sausage for different flavor profiles. Add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition. To make it vegetarian, substitute meat with lentils or mushrooms and use vegetable broth.