Description
This One-Pot Lasagna Soup is the ultimate comfort food! It delivers all the rich, cheesy, meaty goodness of traditional lasagna but in an easy, fuss-free soup form. Made in just one pot and ready in 30 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights. With tender noodles, a savory tomato broth, and a melty cheese topping, every bite tastes like homemade lasagna—without the extra work. Plus, it’s customizable! You can swap out the meat, add extra veggies, or make it vegetarian. Serve it with garlic bread or a fresh salad for the perfect meal.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
For the Broth & Pasta:
- 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 4 cups chicken or beef broth
- 8 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
Cheese Topping:
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add ground beef or sausage and cook until browned. Drain excess grease.
- Stir in onions and garlic, cooking until softened.
- Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Pour in tomato sauce and diced tomatoes, stirring to combine.
- Slowly add broth and bring to a boil.
- Add broken lasagna noodles and reduce heat.
- Simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until noodles are tender.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan for the cheese topping.
- Ladle hot soup into bowls and dollop the cheese mixture on top.
- Garnish with fresh basil if desired and serve warm.
Notes
- Make it Healthier: Add zucchini, spinach, or mushrooms.
- Spicy Version: Sprinkle in red pepper flakes.
- Vegetarian: Swap the meat for lentils or mushrooms.
- Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free pasta or serve over rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American