Description
Hearty lasagna soup blends classic Italian comfort with a modern twist. Cheesy, rich layers meld in a savory broth that satisfies deep hunger. You’ll savor each spoonful of pure culinary joy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef or Italian sausage (or a mix)
- 4 cups (1 liter) chicken or beef broth
- 2 cups (480 ml) marinara sauce
- 1 (14 oz/400 g) can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup (250 g) ricotta cheese
- 1 cup (100 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup (25 g) grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 lasagna noodles, broken into bite-sized pieces
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp dried basil
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Meat Preparation: Brown ground meat in a large pot over medium heat, breaking it down into fine crumbles until fully cooked and releasing its natural oils.
- Aromatic Foundation: Sauté diced onions with the meat until softened, then introduce minced garlic and cook briefly to unlock their robust flavors.
- Liquid Infusion: Stream in broth, marinara sauce, and diced tomatoes, complementing with Italian seasoning, fresh basil, and red pepper flakes. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, allowing the ingredients to meld harmoniously.
- Pasta Integration: Crush lasagna noodles directly into the simmering liquid, stirring occasionally to prevent clumping. Cook until pasta reaches an al dente consistency, absorbing the soup’s rich essence.
- Cheese Emulsion: Blend ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan in a separate bowl until smooth and creamy, creating a luxurious cheese mixture.
- Final Assembly: Ladle the piping hot soup into serving bowls, crowning each portion with a decadent swirl of the cheese blend. Optionally, garnish with fresh basil or parsley for a vibrant finishing touch.
Notes
- Prevent Meat Sticking: Use a non-stick skillet or cast-iron pan when browning ground meat, stirring frequently to ensure even cooking and prevent burning.
- Cheese Blend Tip: Bring ricotta and other cheeses to room temperature before mixing to achieve a smoother, more homogeneous texture that melts seamlessly into the soup.
- Noodle Cooking Hack: Break lasagna noodles into smaller, bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking and make the soup easier to eat without requiring a knife.
- Dietary Adaptation: Swap ground meat with plant-based alternatives like crumbled tofu or vegetarian meat substitutes for a vegetarian version, and use gluten-free lasagna noodles to make the recipe celiac-friendly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg