Description

Looking for a cozy, comforting dish that brings all the flavors of classic lasagna in a faster, easier format? This **Homemade Lasagna Soup** is your perfect answer. Packed with hearty ground beef, rich tomato broth, tender lasagna noodles, and a generous topping of ricotta, mozzarella, and parmesan, it’s a quick dinner idea that satisfies like a full lasagna. Whether you need a warm and filling weeknight meal, a cozy lunch, or new comfort food ideas, this easy recipe is one to save. It’s a winner among quick comfort food, easy dinners, and meal prep favorites alike.

Ingredients

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1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage

1 medium yellow onion, chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 tablespoons tomato paste

1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes

4 cups beef broth

2 teaspoons Italian seasoning

1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Salt and black pepper to taste

8 ounces lasagna noodles, broken into smaller pieces

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

1 cup ricotta cheese

2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or basil

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Instructions

1. Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add ground beef or sausage and cook until browned. Drain any excess fat.

2. Add chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

3. Stir in tomato paste to coat the meat and vegetables.

4. Add crushed tomatoes and beef broth. Season with Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper.

5. Bring soup to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.

6. Add broken lasagna noodles to the soup and simmer until pasta is tender, about 10–12 minutes. Stir occasionally.

7. Reduce heat to low and stir in mozzarella and parmesan until melted.

8. Serve hot, topped with a generous spoonful of ricotta and fresh parsley or basil.

Notes

For meal prep, cook pasta separately and add when reheating to prevent sogginess.

You can swap the beef with lentils or turkey for a lighter or vegetarian version.

Add a splash of broth when reheating leftovers as the noodles absorb liquid over time.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1.5 cups
Calories: 410
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 920mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 24g
Cholesterol: 65mg