Description
Easy Creamy Lasagna Soup delivers all the comforting flavors of classic lasagna in a rich tomato broth with savory beef and pork, tender noodles, and a creamy cheese topping. This hearty one-pot meal is perfect for cozy family dinners and busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 pound ground pork
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 large carrot, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (optional)
- 1 can (28-ounce) crushed tomatoes
- 6 cups chicken or beef broth, plus more as needed
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Parmesan rind (optional)
- 10 ounces mafaldine or lasagna noodles, broken into 2–3 inch pieces
- 1/4 to 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional)
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
- Pinch of salt
- Black pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil, for serving
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven or soup pot over medium heat. Add the ground beef and ground pork and cook until browned, breaking up the meat as it cooks. Drain excess grease if needed, season with salt and pepper, and transfer to a plate.
- Add the onion, carrot, and celery to the same pot and cook until softened and lightly caramelized. Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently.
- Pour in the white wine if using and scrape up any browned bits. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add the crushed tomatoes, broth, Italian seasoning, and Parmesan rind. Return the browned meat to the pot and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, partially cover, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes.
- Add the broken noodles and cook until nearly al dente according to package directions.
- Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Add additional broth if needed and adjust seasoning.
- In a bowl, mix the ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Ladle the soup into bowls, top with the cheese mixture, garnish with fresh basil, and serve hot.
Notes
- Substitute Italian sausage for the ground pork for extra flavor.
- Use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
- Add spinach, kale, mushrooms, or zucchini for extra vegetables.
- Use gluten-free noodles if desired.
- Skip the heavy cream for a lighter broth-based soup.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Freeze for up to 3 months and add extra broth when reheating if needed.
- Serve with crusty bread, garlic bread, or a green salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 720 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 980 mg
- Fat: 42 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 45 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg
