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Lasagna Soup

Lasagna Soup is a comforting and rich dish that combines all the delicious flavors of traditional lasagna in a delightful soup form. It’s perfect for weeknight dinners, offering a warm and hearty meal that can easily please the whole family.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort food, Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 4 Cloves Garlic (small, minced)
  • 1 Medium Red Onion (minced) *see note
  • 1 Medium Bell Pepper (minced)
  • ½ teaspoon Fresh Oregano (chopped)
  • 1 Tablespoon Fresh Parsley (chopped)
  • 1 ½ teaspoon Fresh Basil (chopped)
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Pepper
  • 1 Pound Ground Beef
  • 32 Ounces Beef Broth
  • 1/2 Cup Ricotta
  • 32 Ounces Marinara Sauce (*Rao's is our favorite)
  • 14 Ounces Fire Roasted Diced Tomatoes
  • 1 Inch Parmesan Rind
  • 2 Cups Lasagna Noodles (broken)
  • 1 Cup Mozzarella Cheese (shredded)
  • to taste Garlic Bread (for dipping)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a heavy-bottomed pot, over medium heat, add the olive oil until it just starts to shimmer.
  2. Add the garlic and minced onion, stirring as you add it. Cook for 3-5 minutes until translucent.
  3. Add the bell pepper, oregano, parsley, and basil. Season with a bit of salt and pepper. Stir to combine and let cook for one minute.
  4. Add the ground beef and cook until browned and no longer raw. Drain off any grease.
  5. At this point, you can choose to add the ricotta, allowing it to melt into the meat.
  6. Then, add the beef broth, marinara sauce, diced tomatoes, and the parmesan rind.
  7. Let it simmer for at least 30 minutes, or all day for maximum flavor.
  8. In the last 15 minutes, add the broken lasagna noodles and cook until tender.
  9. Remove the parmesan rind.
  10. Place the soup in oven-safe bowls or soup mugs and top with a little cheese. You can also add an extra dollop of ricotta if you like.
  11. Preheat the broiler to high heat and place the soup in the oven. Once the cheese is golden and melted, remove from the oven and serve with garlic bread.

Notes

For an even richer flavor, let the soup simmer longer if you have the time. Use a variety of cheeses if you enjoy different flavors. To make it vegetarian, substitute ground beef with mushrooms or your favorite plant-based meat.