Description
Experience all the comforting flavors of traditional lasagna in a rich, hearty soup with this Mouthwatering One Pot Lasagna Soup recipe. Ground beef is browned and sautéed with garlic and onions, then simmered with crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, and broken lasagna noodles. Cream and spinach add silkiness and color, while layers of ricotta, mozzarella, and parmesan cheeses finish the dish with classic Italian flair. This easy, one-pot meal is perfect for cozy dinners and guaranteed to satisfy your pasta cravings.
Ingredients
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For the Soup:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 3 garlic cloves, finely minced
- 1/2 yellow onion, diced
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp kosher salt, plus more as needed
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 14 oz can crushed tomatoes
- 32 oz chicken broth, more if needed
- 1 cup water
- 2 tsp tomato paste
- 6 oz lasagna noodles, broken up
- 1 cup frozen chopped spinach
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
For Serving:
- Ricotta cheese
- 4 oz mozzarella cheese, cut in slices
- Parmesan cheese, optional
Instructions
- Brown the Ground Beef: In a large pot over medium-high heat, add the ground beef and cook until it is well-browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Once fully browned, drain off any excess grease from the pot to prevent the soup from being too oily. For deeper flavor, allow the beef to develop crispy browned bits before draining.
- Sauté Aromatics and Season Beef: Add finely minced garlic, diced onion, garlic powder, onion powder, dried basil, dried oregano, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper to the browned beef in the pot. Stir and cook over medium-low heat for about 5 minutes until the onion softens and the aromatics become fragrant. Stir frequently to avoid burning the garlic.
- Add Liquids, Tomato, and Noodles: Pour crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, water, and tomato paste into the pot with the beef and aromatics. Break lasagna noodles into approximately 2-inch pieces and add to the pot. Stir well and raise heat to bring soup to a boil. Immediately reduce to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes until noodles are tender.
- Add Spinach and Cream, Finish Simmering: Stir in frozen chopped spinach and heavy cream into the simmering soup. Continue cooking uncovered on low heat for 5 more minutes until spinach is heated through and soup is creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Assemble and Serve Lasagna Soup: Place a slice of mozzarella cheese in the bottom of each serving bowl. Ladle hot soup over the cheese, allowing it to melt. Top each bowl with a dollop of ricotta cheese and a generous sprinkle of parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy the classic lasagna flavors in every spoonful.
Notes
- Breaking the lasagna noodles into smaller pieces helps them cook evenly and fit better in soup bowls.
- You can substitute ground turkey or Italian sausage for the beef for a different flavor profile.
- If you prefer a vegetarian version, omit the beef and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
- Adjust the amount of heavy cream to your preferred level of richness or substitute with half-and-half for a lighter soup.
- Make sure to stir frequently when cooking garlic and onions to prevent burning and bitterness.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat well on stovetop or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: lasagna soup, one pot soup, Italian soup, ground beef soup, creamy soup, tomato soup, comfort food, easy dinner
