Lasagna Soup
A delightful twist on classic Italian lasagna, this comforting soup features tender noodles, rich broth, and creamy cheese, perfect for busy nights and family gatherings.
Ingredients
Meat and Aromatics
- 1 lb lean ground beef Substitute with Italian sausage for extra flavor.
- 1 cup diced onion Adds depth and sweetness.
- 3 cloves garlic, minced Enhances flavor.
Tomato Base
- 2 cans diced tomatoes, undrained (14.5 oz each) Adds brightness and body.
- 1 can tomato sauce (8 oz) Provides a rich base flavor.
- 1/4 cup tomato paste Enhances richness.
Soup Ingredients
- 4 cups low sodium beef broth Can substitute with chicken broth.
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning For the classic Italian flavor.
- 6 pieces uncooked lasagna noodles Will soften in the soup.
- Salt to taste Salt
- Pepper to taste Pepper
Cheese Mixture
- 8 oz ricotta cheese Adds creaminess.
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Finishing touch for flavor.
- 1/4 teaspoon salt To season cheese mixture.
Garnish
- to taste Chopped fresh parsley or basil For freshness and color.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large Dutch oven or saucepan, brown the ground beef and diced onion over medium-high heat.
- Once the beef is no longer pink, add in the minced garlic and sauté for 30 to 60 seconds.
- Drain off any excess fat.
Cooking
- Stir in the diced tomatoes with their juices, tomato sauce, and tomato paste.
- Pour in the beef broth and add the Italian seasoning.
- Bring to a boil, then gently stir in the broken lasagna noodles.
- Reduce heat and let simmer for about 10 minutes or until noodles are tender.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Cheese Mixture
- In a small bowl, combine ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan, and a touch of salt.
Serving
- Ladle the soup into bowls and top each serving with a dollop of the cheese mixture.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or basil.
- Stir the cheese into the hot soup and enjoy.
Notes
For best results, avoid overcooking the noodles, and incorporate the cheese mixture just before serving. It’s best to add noodles right before serving for optimal texture.