Delicious Lasagna Soup Recipe: A Hearty Weeknight Bowl (Print Version)

Delicious Lasagna Soup Recipe: Get all the classic lasagna comfort in a quick, satisfying bowl. Its a family-favorite meal perfect for your busy evenings!

# Recipe Info:

Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: Italian-American
Dietary: Contains Meat, Dairy, Gluten

# Ingredients:

→ Base Ingredients

01 - 1 lb lean ground beef
02 - 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
03 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
05 - 4 cups beef broth

→ Flavor Foundation

06 - 2 tsp Italian seasoning
07 - 1 tsp dried basil
08 - 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (or more, to taste)
09 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ Pasta & Dairy Goodness

10 - 6-8 lasagna noodles, broken into bite-sized pieces
11 - 15 oz container whole milk ricotta cheese
12 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
13 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

→ Finishing Touches

14 - Fresh parsley or basil, for garnish

# Instructions:

01 - Get your big pot or Dutch oven heating up over medium-high heat. Add a splash of olive oil, then toss in your ground beef. Break it up with a spoon and brown it thoroughly, until it’s no longer pink. This is where all that amazing flavor starts, honestly! Once it's beautifully browned, drain any excess fat. I always forget this part, oops, but it makes a difference for a less greasy soup. You’ll see the steam rising, smelling all savory and wonderful.
02 - Now, add your chopped onion to the pot and cook it down until it’s softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes. It’ll start to get a bit sweet and fragrant, a smell I just adore. Then, toss in your minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Stir them around for just about a minute, until you can really smell that garlic doing its thing. Don't let it burn, though, because burnt garlic is a sad, bitter thing, and we definitely don't want that in our Delicious Lasagna Soup Recipe!
03 - Pour in the crushed tomatoes and beef broth. Stir in the Italian seasoning, dried basil, salt, and pepper. Give it a good stir to combine everything. Bring this whole beautiful concoction to a gentle simmer. Once it's bubbling ever so slightly, reduce the heat to low, pop a lid on, and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes. This lets all those flavors really get to know each other and deepen. You'll catch whiffs of savory tomato and herbs, it's just so good.
04 - While the soup is simmering, break your lasagna noodles into bite-sized pieces. You don't want them too small, but easy enough to spoon up. After the soup has simmered, add the broken noodles to the pot. Stir them in well, making sure they're submerged in the liquid. Turn the heat up to medium and cook the noodles according to package directions, usually about 8-10 minutes, until they're al dente. Don't let them get mushy, trust me, nobody wants mushy noodles in their Delicious Lasagna Soup Recipe.
05 - In a small bowl, whisk together the ricotta cheese, half of the grated Parmesan, and a pinch of salt and pepper. This is what gives our soup that classic creamy, cheesy lasagna layer vibe! Once the noodles are cooked, remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the shredded mozzarella until it's melted and gooey. Then, gently dollop spoonfuls of the ricotta mixture into the soup, swirling it in slightly. You want streaks of creamy goodness, not fully mixed in, to get that layered taste in your Delicious Lasagna Soup Recipe.
06 - Ladle the hearty Delicious Lasagna Soup Recipe into bowls. Top each serving with a generous sprinkle of the remaining Parmesan cheese and a scattering of fresh parsley or basil. The aroma is just incredible at this point—rich, cheesy, and herbaceous. Serve it up hot! It's truly a satisfying meal that feels like a big, warm hug. Grab some crusty bread for dipping, if you're feeling extra. Enjoy every single slurp!

# Notes:

01 - Don't overcrowd your pot; it cools down the broth too much, affecting noodle cooking.
02 - You can brown the meat and chop veggies ahead of time for quicker weeknight assembly.
03 - Ricotta? Cottage cheese works in a pinch if you blend it a bit, I've tried it and it's decent!
04 - A sprinkle of fresh basil just before serving makes all the difference in presentation and aroma.

# Tools You'll Need:

01 - Large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot
02 - cutting board
03 - knife

# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):

Calories: 450
Total Fat: 25g
Total Carbohydrate: 35g
Protein: 28g

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