Creamy Lasagna Soup Flavors (Printable)

Hearty soup delivers creamy lasagna comfort with classic flavors, tender pasta, and a blend of rich cheeses.

# Ingredient List:

→ Meats

01 - 1.1 lbs ground beef or Italian sausage

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 medium yellow onion, diced
03 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
04 - 1 medium carrot, peeled and diced
05 - 2 tablespoons tomato paste
06 - 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes

→ Seasonings

07 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
08 - 1 teaspoon dried basil
09 - 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
10 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ Liquids

11 - 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
12 - 1 cup water

→ Pasta

13 - 6 oz lasagna noodles, broken into bite-sized pieces

→ Dairy

14 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
15 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
16 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
17 - 1 cup ricotta cheese

→ Garnishes

18 - Chopped fresh basil or parsley, optional

# Steps:

01 - In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, cook the ground beef or Italian sausage until thoroughly browned, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon. Drain and discard excess fat as necessary.
02 - Add diced onion, diced carrot, and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are softened and fragrant.
03 - Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute, allowing it to coat the vegetables and develop a deeper flavor.
04 - Pour in crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, and red pepper flakes if using. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Add the chicken or vegetable broth along with water, stirring well to combine. Bring mixture to a boil.
05 - Add broken lasagna noodles to the boiling soup. Reduce heat to maintain a simmer. Cook uncovered for 15 to 18 minutes until noodles are al dente, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
06 - Stir in heavy cream, shredded mozzarella, and grated Parmesan cheese. Simmer gently for 2 to 3 minutes until the cheeses melt and the soup reaches a creamy consistency.
07 - Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as desired.
08 - Ladle hot soup into bowls. Top each serving with a generous spoonful of ricotta cheese and garnish with chopped fresh basil or parsley if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses basic pantry staples and simple ingredients found at any store
  • Ready in under an hour from prep to serving
  • Customizable with your favorite vegetables or protein choices
  • Big lasagna flavors but so much easier—the noodles cook right in the broth
02 -
  • Each bowl is creamy and filling so it is a meal on its own
  • Freezes and reheats surprisingly well thanks to the sturdy lasagna noodles
  • Packed with protein calcium and comfort
03 -
  • For the best results toast the tomato paste for at least a minute to unlock anywhere near restaurant-level depth
  • Stir the noodles during simmering to keep them from sticking together
  • Add the ricotta topping just before eating so it stays creamy and bright
  • A little drizzle of olive oil over the soup at the table never hurts

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