This Lasagna Soup has all the rich, cheesy, tomatoey goodness of classic lasagna — but it’s way faster and easier! It’s cozy, hearty, and perfect for chilly nights when you’re craving something filling and satisfying.

Ingredients:
(Serves 4–6)

For the soup:

1 pound (450 g) ground beef (or Italian sausage, or a mix!)
1 small onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 can (15 oz / 425 g) crushed tomatoes
1 can (15 oz / 425 g) diced tomatoes
4 cups (960 ml) chicken broth or beef broth
1/2 teaspoon sugar (to balance the tomatoes)
8–10 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
Salt and pepper, to taste

For the cheesy topping:

1 cup (250 g) ricotta cheese
1/2 cup (50 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup (25 g) grated Parmesan cheese
Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Brown the meat:

In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the ground beef and onion over medium heat until the beef is browned and the onion is soft, about 5–7 minutes.
Drain excess grease if needed.
Stir in the garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Cook another minute until fragrant.

2. Build the soup:

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1–2 minutes.
Add the crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and sugar.
Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes to let the flavors blend.

3. Add the pasta:

Stir in the broken lasagna noodles.
Simmer gently for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the noodles are tender but still have a little bite.
Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.

4. Mix the cheesy topping:

In a small bowl, mix together ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan.

5. Serve it up:

Ladle the hot soup into bowls.
Dollop a big spoonful of the cheesy mixture on top of each bowl — it’ll melt deliciously into the soup!
Garnish with fresh basil or parsley for extra flair.

Tips & Variations:
✔️ Want it extra cheesy? Sprinkle some extra shredded mozzarella directly into the soup during the last few minutes of cooking.
✔️ Use short pasta (like rotini or broken mafaldine) if you’re out of lasagna noodles!
✔️ Love veggies? Add chopped spinach, zucchini, or mushrooms with the tomatoes.
✔️ Make it creamy: Stir a splash of heavy cream into the broth for a richer, silkier soup.

Would you also like a slow cooker version for an even more hands-off, cozy kitchen day? 🥰🍲 (It’s amazing for weekends!)