Description
Hearty lasagna soup brings Italian comfort straight to your kitchen with layers of rich flavors and cheesy goodness. Rich tomato broth packed with tender pasta, ground beef, and melted cheese creates a perfect one-pot meal that satisfies deep hunger pangs.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 lb italian sausage
- 2 cups lasagna noodles, broken
- 4 cups chicken broth
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Cheese and Finishing Ingredients:
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
Instructions
- Heat a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat, preparing to create a robust flavor foundation for the lasagna soup.
- Brown the ground beef and Italian sausage together, breaking the meat into small crumbles until no pink remains and a deep golden crust develops, approximately 7-9 minutes.
- Transfer the browned meat to a plate, leaving behind flavorful drippings in the pot, then sauté the diced onions until translucent and slightly caramelized.
- Add minced garlic to the onions, stirring quickly to prevent burning and release its aromatic essence, cooking for about 30 seconds.
- Reintroduce the browned meat to the pot, then incorporate diced tomatoes, tomato paste, chicken broth, and all dried herbs and seasonings.
- Bring the mixture to a rolling boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and intensify.
- Gently introduce broken lasagna noodles into the simmering soup, cooking until pasta reaches an al dente texture, approximately 8-10 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream to create a luxurious, velvety consistency, transforming the soup’s appearance and richness.
- In a separate bowl, blend ricotta cheese with chopped parsley, creating a vibrant garnish for the soup.
- Ladle the steaming soup into serving bowls, generously topping with ricotta mixture, shredded mozzarella, and grated parmesan cheese.
- Serve immediately, allowing the residual heat to slightly melt the cheese and create an irresistible, comforting meal.
Notes
- Optimize meat selection by using lean ground beef to reduce excess fat and create a cleaner, more concentrated flavor profile.
- Substitute traditional noodles with gluten-free lasagna sheets for those with wheat sensitivities, ensuring the soup remains accessible to all dietary needs.
- Enhance depth of flavor by adding a splash of red wine during meat browning, which introduces complex, rich undertones to the soup’s base.
- Prepare ricotta topping ahead of time and store in the refrigerator, allowing flavors to meld and develop a more intense herbal character before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-50 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg