Savor Simple Lasagna Soup for Cozy Family Nights!
This Simple Lasagna Soup offers a cozy, heartwarming dish perfect for family nights, packed with flavors of classic lasagna.
Equipment
- - Large pot
Ingredients
For the Soup Base
- 1 lb Ground Beef Lean cuts work best
- 1 lb Italian Sausage Sweet or hot variations
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil Can be omitted for a lighter version
- 1 medium Yellow Onion Diced finely
- 3 cloves Garlic Minced
- 2 tbsp Tomato Paste
- 24 oz Marinara Sauce Try Rao's Homemade for authentic taste
- 4 cups Chicken Broth Low-sodium recommended
- 1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Adjust according to taste
For the Noodles & Greens
- 8 oz Lasagna Noodles Broken into bite-sized pieces
- 2 cups Fresh Spinach Added towards the end
For the Seasoning
- 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley
- 1 tsp Dried Oregano
- 1 tsp Dried Basil
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black Pepper
For the Toppings
- 1 cup Ricotta Cheese Whole milk recommended
- 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Fresh for best melting
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Optional
- 1/4 cup Fresh Basil For garnish
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Heat Olive Oil: In a large pot, warm up the olive oil over medium-high heat until it's shimmering.
- Brown the Meats: Add the ground beef and Italian sausage to the pot and cook for 6-8 minutes until no longer pink.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes, then add minced garlic for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Incorporate Tomato Paste: Stir in the tomato paste and let it cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Add Sauces and Broth: Pour in the marinara sauce and chicken broth, then add red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Cook the Noodles: Stir in the broken lasagna noodles and let them simmer for 8-10 minutes.
- Finish with Spinach: Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 1-2 minutes.
- Combine Cheeses: In a bowl, mix ricotta, mozzarella, and parmesan until well combined.
- Serve and Garnish: Ladle soup into bowls, topping with cheese mixture and fresh basil.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container; best enjoyed fresh. Optional: Serve with extra parmesan.