Lasagna Soup

Perfectly suited for the cozy days of autumn, this soup combines all the flavors you love in lasagna, but in a comforting, easy-to-make bowl of goodness.

As the leaves begin to change and a crisp chill fills the air, there’s nothing quite like the comforting embrace of a warm bowl of soup. And when it comes to fall favorites, few dishes can match the heartiness and flavor of lasagna. Today, we’re bringing you a delightful twist on this classic Italian dish with our Easy Lasagna Soup recipe. Perfectly suited for the cozy days of autumn, this soup combines all the flavors you love in lasagna, but in a comforting, easy-to-make bowl of goodness. Let’s dive into this warm and satisfying recipe.

1 lb ground beef (or your favorite ground meat)
1 small white onion, diced
1/2 cup @raoshomemade marinara sauce plus more to taste (I don’t like it overly acidic)
6 oz broken mafaldine noodles (I got mine @wegmans )
1 tbsp garlic paste (I said tomato paste but I meant garlic pasta, tomato paste would be good too for depth of flavor!)
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1 tsp paprika
Salt & pepper to taste
4 cups chicken or beef broth
2 cups water
1 bay leaf
Splash of heavy cream* optional but recommended for extra creaminess

For cheese topping:
1/3 cup Ricotta cheese to serve, 1/3 cup parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese to taste

Instructions:

1. Sauté the Aromatics:
   • Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat.
   • Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
   • Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
   • Add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spoon, and cook until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
2. Build the Soup Base:
   • Stir in the marinara, broth, water, seasoning and bay leaf.
   • Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
3. Prepare the Lasagna Noodles:
   • As soup begins to simmer, add in mafaldine noodles or broken lasagna noodles if you can’t find it.
4. Make the Cheese Mixture:
   • In a separate bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, and shredded mozzarella cheese.

Yield: 4-6 servings

Lasagna Soup

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Perfectly suited for the cozy days of autumn, this soup combines all the flavors you love in lasagna, but in a comforting, easy-to-make bowl of goodness.

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 40 minutes

Additional Time 5 minutes

Total Time 1 hour

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef (or your favorite ground meat)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp minced garlic
• 1 small white onion, diced
• 1/2 cup @raoshomemade marinara sauce plus more to taste (I don’t like it overly acidic)
• 6 oz broken mafaldine noodles (I got mine @wegmans )
• 1 tbsp garlic paste (I said tomato paste but I meant garlic pasta, tomato paste would be good too for depth of flavor!)
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt & pepper to taste
• 4 cups chicken or beed broth
• 2 cups water
• 1 bay leaf
• Splash of heavy cream* optional but recommended for extra creaminess

For cheese topping:

• 1/3 cup Ricotta cheese to serve
• 1/3 cup parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp mozzarella cheese or more to taste

Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
4. Add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spoon, and cook until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
5. Stir in the marinara, broth, water, seasoning and bay leaf.
6. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat, cover and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
7. As soup begins to simmer, add in mafaldine noodles or broken lasagna noodles if you can't find it.
8. In a separate bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, grated parmesan cheese, and shredded mozzarella cheese.

Conclusion

With its rich tomato-based broth, savory meat, and cheesy goodness, Easy Lasagna Soup is the epitome of fall comfort food. It’s a simple yet satisfying dish that captures all the flavors of traditional lasagna while providing warmth and comfort on those chilly autumn evenings. So, gather your ingredients, simmer up a pot of this delicious soup, and savor the flavors of fall in every spoonful.