Description
Enjoy a cozy bowl of lasagna soup, where all the classic flavors of traditional lasagna come together in a hearty, comforting dish. Perfect for busy weeknights, this easy recipe combines tender pasta, rich tomato sauce, and creamy cheese for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (or Italian sausage)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups beef or vegetable broth
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 8 oz lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Brown the Meat: In a large pot, cook the ground beef or sausage over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add Tomatoes and Broth: Stir in crushed tomatoes, broth, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- Cook Noodles: Add broken lasagna noodles and cook for 10-12 minutes until tender.
- Incorporate Cheese: Remove from heat and stir in ricotta cheese. Serve hot, topped with mozzarella and Parmesan.
Notes
- Customize: Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
- Make-Ahead: This soup can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g