Lasagna Soup 🍲🥣

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Step 1: Cook the Meat and Aromatics

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the ground beef or sausage and cook until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  3. Stir in the onion and cook for 3–4 minutes, until softened. Add the garlic and cook for another minute.

Step 2: Build the Soup Base

  1. Stir in the tomato paste, cooking for 1 minute to deepen the flavor.
  2. Add the crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, broth, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.

Step 3: Cook the Noodles

  1. Add the broken lasagna noodles directly to the soup. Cook for 10–12 minutes, or until the noodles are tender.
  2. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Add reserved pasta water if the soup thickens too much.

Step 4: Prepare the Cheese Mixture

  1. In a small bowl, combine ricotta cheese, mozzarella, and Parmesan. Mix well.

Step 5: Serve and Garnish

  1. Ladle the soup into bowls and top each serving with a generous dollop of the cheese mixture.
  2. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and serve hot with crusty bread or a side salad.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • One-Pot Wonder: All the flavor of lasagna with less effort and cleanup.
  • Customizable: Swap beef for turkey, sausage, or make it vegetarian with lentils or mushrooms.
  • Rich and Hearty: Packed with bold flavors and a cheesy topping that melts into the soup.

Pro Tips for Success

  1. Cook Noodles Separately (Optional): For leftovers, cook the noodles separately to avoid them absorbing too much liquid.
  2. Use Fresh Cheese: Freshly grated mozzarella and Parmesan melt better and taste fresher.
  3. Make Ahead: The soup base can be made ahead and reheated; just add the noodles and cheese before serving.

This Lasagna Soup is perfect for cozy dinners and is sure to become a family favorite. It's hearty, flavorful, and hits all the notes of a classic lasagna while being so much easier to make. Enjoy! 🍲🥣

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