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Easy Creamy Lasagna Soup

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A cozy and quick soup that captures the flavors of traditional lasagna without the hassle of assembly. Loaded with hearty ingredients and creamy textures, it’s perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion (finely diced)
  • 1 pound ground beef (80/20)
  • 5 cloves garlic (minced)
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 25 ounces tomato basil pasta sauce
  • 28 ounces diced canned tomatoes
  • 4 cups chicken broth (more if you want a thinner soup)
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt (divided or more to taste)
  • 12 lasagna noodles (uncooked and broken into 2-inch pieces)
  • ½ cup heavy cream (optional)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
  • ½ cup ricotta cheese
  • 6 tablespoons fresh basil (finely chopped)

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 4–5 minutes.
  2. Add the ground beef and sauté until browned all over, breaking the meat into small pieces.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic, red pepper flakes, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, dried oregano, and tomato paste. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the tomato basil pasta sauce, diced tomatoes, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil.
  5. Add the broken lasagna noodles and remaining 1 teaspoon kosher salt. Reduce the heat and simmer until the noodles are tender, about 8–12 minutes.
  6. Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream for a rich, silky broth. Add more chicken broth if a thinner soup is desired.
  7. For extra creaminess, stir in the shredded mozzarella or grated parmesan until melted.
  8. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with a dollop of ricotta, a sprinkle of mozzarella and parmesan, and chopped fresh basil. Serve hot.

Notes

Substitute Italian sausage for beef for more spice, or use tempeh and vegetable broth for a vegetarian option. Adjust the richness by varying the amount of cheese and cream used.

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