Comforting Lasagna Soup with Cottage Cheese in 30 Minutes
A quick and delicious Comforting Lasagna Soup with Cottage Cheese, ready in 30 minutes for a warm and cozy meal.
Equipment
- - Large pot
Ingredients
For the Base
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Substitute with vegetable oil if needed.
- 1 medium Onion Finely diced for even cooking.
- 1 pound Ground Beef Can be replaced with ground turkey or plant-based meat.
- 3 cloves Garlic Freshly minced is preferred.
- 1 tablespoon Italian Herbs Pre-mixed Italian seasoning can be used.
- 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Can substitute with double the amount of marinara sauce.
- to taste Salt Adjust to taste based on ingredient variations.
- to taste Pepper Adjust to taste based on ingredient variations.
- 1 cup Marinara Sauce Rao's Homemade is recommended for authenticity.
- 4 cups Beef Broth Can substitute with vegetable broth.
For the Noodles and Veggies
- 8 ounces Lasagna Noodles Broken into 1-inch pieces.
- 2 cups Spinach Can swap with kale or another leafy green.
For the Creamy Finish
- 1 cup Cottage Cheese Any style works; full-fat provides the richest texture.
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Use grated or shredded.
Instructions
Steps to Prepare
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until it turns translucent and fragrant.
- Raise the heat and toss in the ground beef. Cook until it’s browned, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the freshly minced garlic, Italian herbs, tomato paste, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minute.
- Pour in the marinara sauce and beef broth. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and let it simmer.
- Break the lasagna noodles into 1-inch pieces and add them to the soup. Cook for 1-2 minutes less than package directions.
- Toss in the fresh spinach and stir for about 1 minute until it wilts.
- Remove from heat and gently stir in the cottage cheese.
- Dish into bowls and top with freshly grated parmesan cheese.
Notes
Pair with garlic bread for a delightful dipping experience.