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Lasagna Soup – All the Comfort, None of the Fus

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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

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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.

Notes

✔️ 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.

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