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Easy Creamy Lasagna Soup

A comforting and hearty soup that combines all your favorite lasagna flavors in a warm, creamy dish perfect for any weeknight meal.
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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: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the soup base
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion (finely diced)
  • 1 pound ground beef (80/20)
  • 5 cloves garlic (minced)
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 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 you want a thinner soup
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt Divided or more to taste
  • 12 pieces lasagna noodles (uncooked and broken into 2 inch pieces)
  • ½ cup heavy cream (optional)
For the toppings
  • 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 soft.
  2. Add the ground beef and sauté until it is browned all over.
  3. Stir in the garlic, red pepper flakes, 1 teaspoon of kosher salt, oregano, and tomato paste.
  4. Add the tomato sauce, diced canned tomatoes, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil.
  5. Add the broken lasagna noodles to the pot and the remaining 1 teaspoon of kosher salt (or more to taste).
  6. Reduce the heat and let it simmer until the noodles are tender.
  7. If you want a creamier soup, stir in the heavy cream. You can add 1-2 cups extra chicken broth if you want it thinner.
  8. For extra creaminess, stir shredded mozzarella or parmesan right into the soup.
  9. Spoon the soup into bowls and top with ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, and fresh basil.
  10. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

For extra nutrition, feel free to add more vegetables like bell peppers or spinach. To make a vegetarian version, substitute the ground beef with mushrooms or lentils.