Description
Hearty lasagna soup brings classic Italian comfort to your dinner table. Rich layers of pasta, cheese, and savory broth create a soul-warming meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef or Italian sausage
Vegetables:
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Pasta and Dairy:
- 8 ounces (227 grams) lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
- 1 cup (226 grams) ricotta cheese
- 1 cup (113 grams) mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup (50 grams) Parmesan cheese, grated
Liquids and Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 can (28 ounces / 794 grams) crushed tomatoes
- 6 cups (1.4 liters) chicken or beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Garnish:
- Fresh basil
Instructions
- Sear ground beef or Italian sausage in a spacious pot over medium-high heat until golden brown, eliminating any surplus grease.
- Incorporate finely chopped onions and minced garlic, sautéing until translucent and aromatic, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Introduce tomato paste and caramelize for 1-2 minutes, intensifying the flavor profile.
- Pour in crushed tomatoes, savory broth, Italian seasoning blend, salt, black pepper, and a hint of sugar. Elevate temperature and bring mixture to a vigorous boil.
- Reduce heat to medium-low, gently fold in lasagna noodles, allowing them to simmer and soften for 8-10 minutes until perfectly tender.
- Gradually blend ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses into the bubbling soup, stirring until smoothly integrated and slightly thickened.
- Ladle the steaming soup into serving bowls, adorning with fresh, vibrant basil leaves for a final flourish of herbaceous brightness.
Notes
- Choose lean ground beef or turkey for a healthier protein option that reduces overall fat content.
- Break lasagna noodles into smaller pieces before adding to ensure easier eating and more consistent soup texture.
- For gluten-free variation, swap traditional lasagna noodles with gluten-free pasta or zucchini noodles to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Enhance depth of flavor by adding a splash of red wine during the tomato paste cooking stage, which intensifies the savory undertones of the soup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 345 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg