Description
This comforting soup has all the flavors of classic lasagna—rich tomato broth, pasta, meat, and melted cheese in every spoonful.
Ingredients
1 tbsp olive oil
1 lb ground beef (or Italian sausage)
1 small onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp dried basil
1 tsp dried oregano
½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
4 cups chicken or beef broth
1 cup marinara or pasta sauce
8 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
1 cup ricotta cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
In a large soup pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed.
Stir in onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more.
Season with basil, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
Stir in tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes to deepen the flavor.
Add crushed tomatoes, broth, and marinara sauce. Stir to combine and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
Add broken lasagna noodles and cook uncovered for 10–12 minutes, or until noodles are tender.
In a small bowl, mix ricotta with a pinch of salt and pepper.
Ladle soup into bowls and top each with a spoonful of ricotta, a sprinkle of mozzarella, and Parmesan. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired.
Notes
Swap beef with ground turkey or a plant-based substitute for a lighter option.
Use gluten-free noodles if needed.
Add spinach or kale for extra veggies and nutrients.
Can be made ahead—flavors deepen overnight. Add more broth when reheating if it thickens.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Soup, Comfort Food
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
