Cheesy Lasagna Soup
Cheesy Lasagna Soup is a heartwarming bowl of comfort that combines all the flavors of traditional lasagna into a cozy, creamy soup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 28 oz canned diced tomatoes
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 cups small pasta (e.g., shells or elbow macaroni)
- 15 oz ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until soft (about 3-5 minutes).
- Add the ground beef or Italian sausage, cooking until browned and crumbly.
- Stir in canned tomatoes and beef broth; bring to a simmer.
- Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente (8-10 minutes).
- In a separate bowl, combine ricotta cheese with some shredded mozzarella until creamy.
- Stir the ricotta mixture into the soup just before serving. Top with remaining mozzarella and fresh herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Swap ground beef for ground turkey for a lighter option. Add spinach or kale for added nutrition. For more flavor, experiment with crushed red pepper or Italian seasoning.