Easy Lasagna Soup

Recipe Details

• Author: deesviral
• Cuisine: Italian-American
• Category: Soup / Comfort Food
• Keywords: Lasagna Soup, One-Pot Lasagna, Pasta Soup, Comfort Food, deesviral
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 40 minutes
• Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
• 1 small onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (24 oz) jar marinara or pasta sauce
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes
• 1½ tsp Italian seasoning
• ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• 8 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• ½ cup ricotta cheese (for serving)
• Grated Parmesan, for topping
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• Chopped fresh basil (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

1. In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Stir in marinara sauce, beef broth, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil.
4. Break the lasagna noodles into 2-inch pieces and add to the pot. Reduce heat and simmer for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.
5. Stir in mozzarella cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Ladle soup into bowls and top each with a spoonful of ricotta and a sprinkle of Parmesan. Garnish with fresh basil if desired.

Troubleshooting & Consistency Tips

• Too thick? Add more broth or water to loosen the soup.
• Pasta sticking? Stir well while simmering and don’t overcook the noodles.
• Want it creamier? Stir in a splash of cream or milk at the end of cooking.

Storage & Make-Ahead

• Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat on the stove or microwave.
• Freezer: Best to freeze without noodles. Add fresh cooked noodles when reheating.
• Make-Ahead: Cook soup base in advance and add pasta just before serving for best texture.

Why This Recipe Works

Lasagna soup captures all the nostalgic, hearty comfort of traditional lasagna without the prep time and baking. The broth is rich and tomatoey, the pasta perfectly tender, and the cheesy toppings make every spoonful decadent. It’s quick, cozy, and always satisfying—a deesviral staple!

Expert Tips

• Use Italian sausage for added spice and flavor depth.
• Try whole wheat or gluten-free noodles if preferred.
• Serve with garlic bread or a simple side salad for a complete meal.