Lasagna Soup
Turn traditional lasagna into a quick weeknight soup. Ready in just 55 minutes, it includes ground beef, tomatoes, and lasagna noodles topped with a creamy cheese blend. An affordable $20-$25 meal for 4-6, it perfectly captures the essence of lasagna in a weekday-friendly bowl.
Equipment
- Large pot
- Wooden spoon
- Ladle
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage
- 1 onion finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon oregano dried
- 1 teaspoon basil dried
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional for heat
- 1 can (28 oz) tomatoes crushed
- 1 can 14 ounces diced tomatoes
- 4 cups beef or vegetable broth
- 2 cups water
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 lasagna noodles broken into small pieces
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese grated
Garnish
- Fresh basil or parsley
Instructions
- In a large pot, brown the ground beef or Italian sausage over medium heat until cooked through. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add chopped onions to the pot and sauté until translucent, then add minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in the crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, beef or vegetable broth, and water. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to simmer.
- Break the lasagna noodles into small pieces and add them to the pot. Simmer until the noodles are cooked al dente, stirring occasionally, for about 10-12 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, combine the ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses.
- Once the noodles are cooked, remove the pot from heat. Let the soup rest for about 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve the soup in bowls, adding a dollop of the cheese mixture on top of each serving. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley.
Notes
- Customize with your favorite lasagna ingredients such as mushrooms or spinach.
- Make it ahead of time; the flavors only improve upon reheating.
- This soup freezes well; store in airtight containers for future quick meals.
- Adjust the spice level by adding more or less crushed red pepper flakes.