Lasagna Soup
Cozy Up with Lasagna Soup: All the Flavor, Half the Effort!
Craving the comforting flavors of lasagna but short on time? Look no further! Our Lasagna Soup is the perfect solution – a delicious and hearty meal that comes together in just 45 minutes. This isn’t your typical soup; it’s a bowlful of lasagna goodness, deconstructed and simplified for a weeknight win. Imagine tender pasta, savory beef, and a creamy, cheesy broth – all in one comforting bowl.
This recipe is a family favorite for a reason. It’s incredibly satisfying, easy to customize, and guaranteed to warm you up from the inside out. Plus, it’s a fantastic way to use up any leftover pasta or vegetables you might have on hand.
What makes this Lasagna Soup so special?
- Quick & Easy: Ready in under an hour, making it perfect for busy weeknights.
- Flavor Packed: The combination of beef, tomatoes, and Italian herbs creates a rich and authentic flavor.
- Comfort Food at its Finest: This soup is the ultimate comfort food – warm, hearty, and satisfying.
- Customizable: Feel free to add your favorite vegetables, like spinach or zucchini, or use different types of cheese.
Tips for the Best Lasagna Soup:
- Broth Quality Matters: Using a good quality chicken broth (or even bone broth!) will significantly enhance the flavor of the soup.
- Don’t Overcook the Pasta: The pasta will continue to cook in the soup, so slightly undercook it when boiling.
- Fresh Herbs are Best: While dried herbs work in a pinch, fresh basil and oregano will add a brighter, more vibrant flavor.
- Cheese, Please!: Don’t be shy with the mozzarella and Parmesan! A generous topping of cheese is essential for that classic lasagna flavor.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: Can I use Italian sausage instead of ground beef?
A: Absolutely! Italian sausage would be a delicious addition to this soup. You can use sweet, mild, or hot sausage, depending on your preference.
Q: Can I make this soup ahead of time?
A: Yes, you can! The soup actually tastes even better the next day after the flavors have had a chance to meld. Just store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Q: Can I freeze this soup?
A: Yes, but the pasta may become a bit mushy upon thawing. It’s best to freeze the soup before adding the pasta.
Q: What kind of pasta is best for this soup?
A: Lasagna noodles are traditional, but you can also use other short pasta shapes like penne, rotini, or farfalle.
Q: Can I add vegetables to this soup?
A: Definitely! Spinach, zucchini, carrots, or bell peppers would all be great additions. Add them along with the onions and garlic.
Get ready to enjoy a bowl of pure comfort! This Lasagna Soup is sure to become a new family favorite. Enjoy!
Lasagna Soup
Ingredients
- 2 TB olive oil
- 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
- 1 each yellow onion, diced
- 5 each garlic cloves, chopped or minced
- 4 cups chicken broth or chicken bone broth
- 1 14.5 oz can petite diced tomatoes
- 1 14.5 oz can crushed tomatoes
- 2.5 TB tomato paste
- 0.5 cup fresh chopped basil and oregano (or dried)
- to taste salt and pepper
- 1.25 cups mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese
- 8 oz ricotta cheese
- 8 oz lasagna noodles
- to taste fresh parsley
Instructions
- Heat 1 TB. olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
- Once hot, crumble beef into pot, season with salt and pepper to taste and cook, stirring occasionally until browned.
- Drain fat from beef and set beef aside.
- Heat remaining olive oil in pot, add onion and garlic and saute until it begins to soften, about 3 minutes.
- Pour in broth, diced tomatoes, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste and herbs.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover and simmer 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile cook pasta according to package instructions.
- In a mixing bowl, using a fork, stir together mozzarella and ricotta.
- Add cooked pasta to soup and thin soup with a little more broth if desired.
- Stir cheeses together, then serve soup with dolops of cheese.
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