Lasagna Cheese Soup
Turn your favorite Italian comfort food into a bowl of pure indulgence with this creamy, hearty Lasagna Cheese Soup. Combining all the irresistible flavors of classic lasagna, this one-pot wonder features tender ground beef, bite-sized lasagna noodles, and a rich tomato base seasoned with Italian herbs. What sets this recipe apart is the crowning glory of a ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese mixture, melting luxuriously into every spoonful. Ready in just 50 minutes, this soup is perfect for busy weeknights yet impressive enough for guests. Garnished with fresh basil, it’s served best with crusty bread or garlic toast for a comforting, cozy meal that's sure to satisfy all your cravings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 15 ounces tomato sauce
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 lasagna noodles, broken into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the olive oil and let it warm up for about 30 seconds.
Add the ground beef to the pot and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 7-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
Stir in the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine.
Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover and let it cook for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Add the broken lasagna noodles to the pot, stir, and simmer uncovered for 8-10 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.
In a small bowl, mix together ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella, and grated Parmesan.
Ladle the soup into serving bowls. Top each bowl with a generous dollop of the cheese mixture and sprinkle with fresh basil, if using.
Serve immediately with crusty bread or garlic toast on the side for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
745 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.3 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.9 g | 69% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 92 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 1594 mg | 69% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 75.0 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.2 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.2 g | ||
| Protein | 41.0 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 386 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1133 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
