Description
This hearty and comforting Lasagna Soup combines all the flavors of classic lasagna into a delicious, spoonable dish. Packed with savory ground beef, tender noodles, tangy marinara sauce, and melty cheeses, it’s an instant family favorite for chilly nights.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups marinara sauce
6 cups chicken broth
1 tsp dried basil
1 tsp dried oregano
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
8 oz lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup shredded parmesan cheese, plus extra for garnish
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat. Drain excess fat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent. Add garlic and cook for another minute.
- Stir in marinara sauce, chicken broth, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Add broken lasagna noodles to the pot, cooking for about 8–10 minutes, until tender.
- Stir in shredded mozzarella and parmesan cheeses until melted and creamy.
- Adjust seasoning to taste. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and additional parmesan cheese.
Notes
- Vegetarian Version: Swap ground beef for mushrooms or plant-based protein.
- Creamy Addition: Add a splash of cream or dollop of ricotta cheese for extra richness.
- Veggie Boost: Incorporate spinach, zucchini, or bell peppers for additional nutrients.
- Spicy Kick: Add red pepper flakes or spicy Italian sausage for heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
