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Easy Creamy Lasagna Soup

A quick and hearty soup that captures the classic flavors of lasagna with a creamy finish, all in one pot.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the soup base
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For sautéing
  • 1 medium onion (finely diced)
  • 1 pound ground beef (80/20) Can be substituted for lentils or plant-based meat for a vegetarian option
  • 5 cloves garlic (minced)
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes Adjust according to desired spiciness
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 25 ounces tomato basil pasta sauce
  • 28 ounces diced canned tomatoes
  • 4 cups chicken broth More if a thinner soup is desired
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt Divided, or more to taste
For the noodles and cream
  • 12 pieces lasagna noodles (uncooked and broken into 2" pieces)
  • ½ cup heavy cream (optional) Add for extra creaminess
For garnishing
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
  • ½ cup ricotta cheese
  • 6 tablespoons fresh basil (finely chopped)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven. Add the onion and cook until it’s soft.
  2. Add the ground beef and sauté until it’s browned all over.
  3. Stir in the garlic, red pepper flakes, 1 teaspoon of kosher salt, oregano, and tomato paste. Mix well.
  4. Pour in the tomato sauce, diced canned tomatoes, and chicken broth. Bring this mixture to a boil.
Cooking
  1. Add the broken lasagna noodles to the pot. Stir in the remaining 1 teaspoon of kosher salt, or more to taste.
  2. Reduce the heat and let it simmer until the noodles are tender.
  3. If using, stir in the heavy cream. You can also add extra chicken broth if you want a thinner soup.
  4. For an extra creamy and cheesy texture, mix in some shredded mozzarella or parmesan right into the soup.
Serving
  1. Serve the lasagna soup in bowls, topped with ricotta cheese, mozzarella, parmesan, and fresh basil.

Notes

Feel free to adjust the spices and salt according to your taste. Add vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition. To make it spicier, increase the amount of red pepper flakes. You can switch up the types of cheese based on your preference.