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Easy Lasagna Soup

An easy-to-make lasagna soup that combines classic flavors of lasagna in a comforting bowl of goodness, perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Essentials
  • 1 lb Ground Beef or Turkey Use lean ground beef or turkey for a healthier option.
  • 1 medium Onion, diced White or yellow works great.
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced Fresh is best for flavor.
  • 28 oz Crushed Tomatoes Look for no-salt-added varieties.
  • 6 oz Tomato Paste A must for depth of flavor.
  • 4 cups Chicken or Vegetable Broth Homemade is ideal, but store-bought works too.
  • 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning Store-bought or homemade mixes are fine.
  • 1 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to taste for heat.
  • To taste Salt and Pepper
  • 8-10 sheets Lasagna Noodles, broken
  • 1.5 cups Mozzarella Cheese, shredded Choose whole milk mozzarella for creaminess.
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese For that beloved creamy texture.
  • To taste Parmesan Cheese, freshly grated for topping Nothing beats the flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil Extra virgin is always preferred.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, over medium heat, warm the olive oil until it shimmers.
  2. Add the ground beef or turkey. Brown the meat for about 5-7 minutes until fully cooked, breaking it up with a spoon.
  3. Incorporate the diced onion and minced garlic into the pot. Cook until the onion becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add the tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, and broth. Stir well until combined.
  5. Sprinkle in the Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and let it bubble for about 10 minutes.
  6. Toss in the broken lasagna noodles. Cook for another 10-12 minutes until they are tender.
  7. Remove from heat and fold in the mozzarella and ricotta cheese until those beautiful, cheesy pockets start to form.
  8. Ladle the soup into bowls, sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan, and top with fresh basil leaves if desired.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. You can freeze servings for later, just note that noodles might soften upon reheating.