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Lasagna Soup Recipe

Lasagna Soup Recipe
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This comforting Lasagna Soup recipe delivers all the classic flavors of traditional lasagna in a hearty, warm soup. Featuring a rich tomato and meat broth, tender lasagna noodles, and creamy cheeses, this soup is easy to make and perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner or cozy meal.

Ingredients

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Meat and Base

  • ½ pound ground beef
  • ½ pound sweet Italian sausage
  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

Seasonings and Sauces

  • 4 Tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional but recommended)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes
  • 1 bay leaf

Liquids and Tomatoes

  • 5 cups chicken broth
  • 14.5 oz crushed tomatoes
  • 14.5 oz diced tomatoes, undrained

Pasta

  • 6 lasagna noodles

For Serving

  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded from a block
  • 8 oz ricotta cheese
  • Fresh parsley, roughly chopped

Instructions

  1. Cook the Meat and Onion: In a 4-quart soup pot over medium-high heat, cook and crumble ½ pound ground beef and ½ pound sweet Italian sausage. Add the diced yellow onion halfway through to soften, cooking for about 5 minutes. Drain any excess grease.
  2. Add Garlic and Seasonings: Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Then add 4 tablespoons tomato paste, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried basil, 1 teaspoon sugar, 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional), ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, and a pinch of red pepper flakes. Mix well to combine all flavors.
  3. Add Broth and Tomatoes: Pour in 5 cups chicken broth. Use a silicone spatula to scrape and “clean” the bottom and sides of the pot, loosening any browned bits. Add 14.5 oz crushed tomatoes, 14.5 oz undrained diced tomatoes, and 1 bay leaf. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
  4. Simmer the Soup: Let the soup bubble gently while you prepare the noodles. (For an extra flavor boost, add a rind from a Parmesan block if available.) Taste and adjust seasonings as the soup simmers—the flavors will concentrate over time.
  5. Cook the Noodles: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Break 6 lasagna noodles in half and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and cut into smaller strips.
  6. Combine Noodles and Soup: Add the cooked noodle strips directly into the soup pot to absorb the flavors. Alternatively, add noodles to individual servings just before eating if planning to freeze leftovers to keep noodles from getting soggy.
  7. Serve and Garnish: Remove the bay leaf from the soup. Ladle into bowls and top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese, shredded mozzarella, dollops of ricotta cheese, and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley. Serve hot, ideally alongside garlic bread with cheese for a complete meal. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Adding Parmesan rind while simmering enriches the flavor.
  • Use fresh herbs if available for a brighter taste.
  • To keep noodles from becoming too soft in leftovers, add freshly cooked noodles at serving time.
  • This soup freezes well if noodles are stored separately.
  • Adjust the spiciness by varying the amount of hot sauce and red pepper flakes.
  • Serve with garlic bread for a classic Italian experience.

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Keywords: lasagna soup, Italian soup, comfort food, easy soup recipe, tomato soup with meat, Italian-American recipe

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