Description
Craving comfort food? Real Lasagna Soup is a warm, hearty dish that brings the flavors of traditional lasagna into a delicious, cozy soup. It features tender pasta, savory marinara sauce, and creamy cheese, all simmering in a rich broth. A perfect meal for any season, this soup redefines the classic lasagna in a simple, one-pot wonder. Whether you’re hosting a family dinner or enjoying a quiet night, this comforting soup is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Noodles:
8 ounces dry lasagna noodles
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
Soup Base:
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound lean ground beef
6 ounces bulk Italian sausage (casing removed)
1 cup diced yellow onion
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt (or to taste)
1 (24-ounce) jar prepared marinara sauce or 3 cups homemade marinara sauce
4 cups chicken broth
2 ½ cups water
2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley
Cheese Mixture:
12 ounces ricotta cheese
3 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded
1/2 cup finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
Garnish (optional):
1/2 cup torn fresh basil and Italian parsley leaves
Instructions
Prepare the noodles: Break the dry lasagna noodles into smaller pieces. Cook them according to package instructions. Once done, drain and set aside.
Cook the meats: In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the ground beef and Italian sausage, cooking until browned.
Sauté the aromatics: Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot, cooking for about 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
Add seasonings: Stir in the tomato paste, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), dried oregano, black pepper, and kosher salt.
Simmer the soup base: Pour in the marinara sauce, chicken broth, and water. Stir to combine, then bring to a gentle simmer. Let the soup cook for about 10 minutes.
Add noodles and parsley: Stir in the cooked lasagna noodles and chopped fresh parsley, allowing the noodles to soak up the flavors.
Prepare the cheese mixture: In a separate bowl, combine the ricotta, shredded mozzarella, and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheeses.
Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls, and top each serving with a dollop of the cheese mixture. For added flavor, garnish with torn basil and parsley leaves.
Notes
For added texture and flavor, you can sprinkle extra Parmesan cheese on top before serving.
You can customize the soup by adding vegetables like spinach, zucchini, or bell peppers.
Substitute ground turkey or chicken sausage for a leaner version.
To make it gluten-free, use gluten-free lasagna noodles or any other gluten-free pasta.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup, Comfort Food, Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 950 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
Keywords: Lasagna soup, comfort food, easy soup, Italian soup, cheesy soup, one-pot soup, hearty soup