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Lasagna soup in a rustic bowl topped with melted cheese and parsley

Lasagna Soup

Johnathan Flake
Lasagna soup brings all the flavors of classic lasagna into one comforting bowl—savory ground beef, tender noodles, and a trio of melted cheeses in a rich tomato broth. It’s hearty, cozy, and perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Main Course, Soup
Cuisine American, Italian
Calories 546 kcal

Equipment

  • Large soup pot
  • Wooden spoon
  • Cutting board
  • Chef’s knife
  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced (1 3/4 cups)
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth, plus more to thin as needed
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) petite diced tomatoes
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 2 1/2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 3/4 tsp dried basil
  • 3/4 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp dried rosemary, crushed
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 8 lasagna noodles, broken into bite-size pieces (6.5 oz)
  • 1 1/4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (5 oz)
  • 1/2 cup finely shredded parmesan cheese (2 oz)
  • 8 oz ricotta cheese
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, plus more for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large soup pot over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned. Drain excess fat and set beef aside.
  • In the same pot, add the remaining tablespoon olive oil. Stir in diced onion and cook for 3 minutes, then add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Add chicken broth, diced tomatoes, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, basil, oregano, rosemary, thyme, and the cooked beef. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook lasagna noodles according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, combine mozzarella, parmesan, and ricotta. Mix until evenly blended.
  • Stir cooked noodles and fresh parsley into the soup. If needed, thin with more broth to desired consistency.
  • Ladle soup into bowls, top with a dollop of the cheese mixture, and sprinkle with extra parsley. Stir cheese into the hot soup so it melts before eating.

Notes

For best texture, keep pasta separate if storing leftovers. Add extra broth when reheating to maintain consistency. You can swap ground beef for Italian sausage or turkey.

Nutrition

Calories: 546kcalCarbohydrates: 41gProtein: 38gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 92mgSodium: 649mgFiber: 4gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 895IUVitamin C: 17.9mgCalcium: 381mgIron: 5.3mg
Keyword easy lasagna soup, lasagna soup, one pot lasagna soup
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