Lasagna soup is a delicious, hearty twist on traditional lasagna. It’s a flavorful, comforting dish that combines all the flavors of lasagna in a soup form. Here’s a basic recipe for lasagna soup:
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lb ground beef (or a mix of beef and sausage for more flavor)
- 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste
- 4 cups beef broth (or chicken broth)
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 8 ounces broken lasagna noodles (or you can use whole ones and break them into smaller pieces)
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
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Cook the Beef: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and cook until softened (about 3 minutes). Add the ground beef (or beef/sausage mix) and cook until browned. Drain any excess fat if needed.
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Add Tomatoes & Broth: Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, beef broth, basil, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat and let it cook for about 10 minutes to blend the flavors.
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Cook the Noodles: Add the broken lasagna noodles to the pot and cook until tender (about 8-10 minutes). Stir occasionally to prevent the noodles from sticking.
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Make the Ricotta Mixture: While the noodles are cooking, in a separate bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, half of the mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese.
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Assemble the Soup: Once the noodles are cooked, stir in the ricotta mixture until well combined. Let it cook for a few more minutes until heated through. If the soup seems too thick, you can add a little extra broth or water to thin it out.
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Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls, then top with the remaining mozzarella cheese. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley.
Tips:
- You can make it ahead of time, and it’ll just get better the next day!
- For a vegetarian version, swap the meat with vegetables like mushrooms, zucchini, or eggplant.
- You can also freeze it if you want to make a big batch and save some for later.
Enjoy your comforting, cheesy lasagna soup