Description
Warm comfort meets Italian tradition in this irresistible Lasagna Soup that brings hearty layers of flavor to your dinner table. Cheesy, rich, and packed with savory goodness, you’ll savor each spoonful of this soul-satisfying meal that brings restaurant-quality comfort right to your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
Meats and Protein:
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef or Italian sausage (or a mix)
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
Soup Base and Noodles:
- 4 cups (1 liter) chicken or beef broth
- 2 cups (480 ml) marinara sauce
- 1 (14 ounces/400 g) can diced tomatoes
- 8 lasagna noodles, broken into bite-sized pieces
Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Cheese Topping:
- 1 cup (250 g) ricotta cheese
- 1 cup (100 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup (25 g) grated Parmesan cheese
Garnish:
- Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- In a spacious pot, sear the ground meat over medium flame until thoroughly browned and crumbled, ensuring complete rendering of fat.
- Incorporate diced onions into the meat, sautéing until translucent and fragrant. Add minced garlic and continue cooking for an additional moment.
- Pour in the broth, marinara sauce, and diced tomatoes, blending with Italian seasoning, fresh basil, and optional red pepper flakes. Allow the liquid to reach a gentle simmer.
- Crumble lasagna noodles directly into the bubbling mixture, stirring periodically to prevent sticking. Let the pasta cook until perfectly tender and integrated with the soup’s rich texture.
- While the soup simmers, whisk ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses in a separate container until uniformly combined and creamy.
- Carefully portion the steaming soup into individual serving bowls, crowning each with a generous swirl of the cheese blend.
- Optional: Enhance the presentation by garnishing with freshly torn basil leaves or finely chopped parsley, adding a vibrant finishing touch to this comforting dish.
Notes
- Customize meat choices by swapping ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for a lighter protein option.
- Dial down heat levels by reducing or eliminating red pepper flakes, making the soup more kid-friendly and mild.
- Break lasagna noodles evenly to ensure consistent cooking and easier eating experience without large, unwieldy pasta pieces.
- Create a gluten-free version by using alternative pasta like chickpea or rice noodles and confirming all ingredients are gluten-free certified.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg