Lasagna Soup
Lasagna soup combines the hearty, cheesy flavors of classic lasagna into a comforting, tomato-based broth. It features ground meat, broken pasta noodles, and melted cheese, creating a rich yet quick-to-make dish with a satisfying, chewy texture and vibrant appearance. Perfect for cozy nights, it delivers a bowlful of warmth and flavor in under thirty minutes.
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Calories: 350kcal
Servings: 4
Equipment
- Large, heavy-bottomed pot
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 pound lean ground beef
- 28 oz crushed tomatoes rich and ripe
- 4 cups beef broth
- 8 oz lasagna noodles broken into pieces
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese for topping
- 1/4 cup fresh basil chopped, for garnish
- to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
- Heat a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat and add a tablespoon of olive oil. Once shimmering, add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic to the pot and cook for another minute, until fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
- Add the ground beef to the pot, breaking it apart with your spoon. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes, until the meat is no longer pink.
- Pour in the crushed tomatoes and beef broth, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, allowing the flavors to meld for about 10 minutes.
- Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste, then stir in the broken lasagna noodles. Cook until the noodles are tender and al dente, approximately 8 minutes.
- Once the noodles are cooked, ladle the hot soup into bowls and sprinkle generously with shredded mozzarella cheese. Garnish with chopped fresh basil for a bright, herbal finish.
Notes
Make sure to taste the soup before serving and adjust seasoning as needed. Using high-quality crushed tomatoes will enhance the flavor, and breaking the noodles helps them absorb more of the broth, mimicking lasagna layers.
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 900mg | Potassium: 600mg | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 250mg | Iron: 3mg