Lasagna Soup is a heartwarming dish that brings the comforting flavors of traditional Italian cuisine into a delightful bowl of soup. Perfect for cozy winter meals or quick weeknight dinners, this easy lasagna soup recipe is a family favorite that can be customized to suit your taste.
Ingredients
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1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage (or substitute with mushrooms for vegetarian lasagna soup)
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
Salt and pepper, to taste
8 ounces lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
1 cup ricotta cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Fresh parsley or basil, for garnish
Instructions
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat, allowing it to shimmer slightly before adding other ingredients. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
Add the minced garlic and ground beef (or sausage). Cook until the meat is browned and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes. Make sure to break up the meat as it cooks so that it browns evenly and is incorporated throughout the soup.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, chicken or vegetable broth, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer, which should take around 5-7 minutes.
Once simmering, add the broken lasagna noodles to the pot. Cook for about 10-12 minutes, or until the noodles are tender, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
In a separate bowl, mix the ricotta cheese with a pinch of salt and pepper.
Once the noodles are cooked, remove the pot from heat and stir in the mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses until melted and creamy.
To serve, ladle the lasagna soup into bowls and add a generous dollop of the ricotta mixture on top. Garnish with fresh parsley or basil.
