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Lasagna Soup

Cozy Lasagna Soup: Quick and Easy Comfort in a Bowl

This Lasagna Soup combines savory meat, hearty pasta, and creamy cheese for a comforting one-pot meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Substitute with avocado oil for a lighter option.
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Use 85/15 for optimal flavor or ground turkey for a leaner choice.
  • 1 cup Minced Onion Shallots work well as a substitute.
  • 6 cloves Minced Garlic Garlic powder can be used as a time-saver.
  • 28 ounces Crushed Tomatoes Substitute with tomato puree for a smoother texture.
  • 1 leaf Bay Leaf Remove before serving.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Parsley
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • to taste Black Pepper
  • to taste Red Pepper Flakes Adjust according to preference.
  • 4 cups Beef Broth Chicken or vegetable broth can replace it.
  • 2 cups Water Adjust for desired soup consistency.
For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Reginetti Pasta or Broken Lasagna Noodles Any small pasta will work.
For Toppings
  • to taste Ricotta Cheese Optional for added creaminess.
  • to taste Parmesan Cheese Use nutritional yeast for a dairy-free alternative.

Equipment

  • Large Pot

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add 1 pound of ground beef, breaking it apart. Cook for about 10 minutes until browned.
  2. Lower the heat to medium and add 1 minced onion and 6 cloves of minced garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent.
  3. Stir in a 28-ounce can of crushed tomatoes, 1 bay leaf, 1 teaspoon each of dried basil, parsley, and oregano. Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Pour in 4 cups of beef broth and 2 cups of water.
  4. Bring to a boil, then add 8 ounces of pasta. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook uncovered for 5-6 minutes.
  5. After simmering, remove from heat and let sit uncovered for 5 minutes. Stir gently and remove the bay leaf.
  6. Spoon soup into bowls and top with ricotta and Parmesan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Undercook the pasta slightly to maintain texture and consider cooking methods for different appliances. To keep leftovers fresh, store pasta separately.

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