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Lasagna Soup
This homemade hearty lasagna soup features a robust, tomato-based broth, complete with melted cheese and lasagna noodles, all combined in an easy-to-make, one-pot dish.
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This warm and satisfying homemade lasagna soup puts a delightful spin on a traditional family favorite. It boasts a flavorful tomato broth, an abundance of melted cheese, and soft noodles. This easy-to-prepare, comforting soup is sure to become a regular in your dinner rotation.
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Lasagna soup is a winner any night of the week because it practically makes itself. Ready in less than an hour - and most of that is time spent simmering on the stove, melding all the sumptuous flavors together. Simple, savory, satisfying, and sure to warm your soul
There’s something immensely comforting in the familiar flavors of the best lasagna recipe: Italian seasonings, meat, cheeses, and red sauce, or in this case: broth. Lasagna soup is as wholesome as its predecessor and tastes equally mouthwatering with garlic bread or garlic knots.
Ingredients for Lasagna Soup
What You'll Need for this Lasagna Soup Recipe:
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can petite diced tomatoes
- 2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 9 sheets lasagna sheets, broken into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, grated
- ½ cup ricotta cheese
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 10 fresh basil leaves, sliced
Lasagna Soup Variations
These easy substitutions and additions can easily be swapped out while still maintaining the deliciousness of this authentic lasagna recipe turned into a soup!
- ITALIAN SAUSAGE: For a twist on this recipe, consider swapping Italian sausage with chicken sausage. Alternatively, ground beef, ground pork, or ground turkey can be used to create a delicious variation of this easy lasagna soup.
- ROMANO CHEESE: Enhance the flavor profile by incorporating Romano cheese in place of Parmesan, adding an extra dimension to the taste.
- PASTA: While traditional lasagna noodles are used in this recipe, feel free to substitute with another type of pasta if lasagna noodles are not available
- SPICE: To add a kick, increase the amount of crushed red pepper flakes or opt for spicy sausage. Conversely, you can omit the spice entirely if preferred.
How to make Lasagna Soup
FIRST STEP: In a large Dutch oven or large pot, brown the sausage over medium heat until the sausage is cooked through. Remove the sausage from the pan and drain the grease.
SECOND STEP: Pour the olive oil and onion into the pan and cook until the onions are translucent. Add in the garlic and cook for one minute until the garlic is golden brown.
THIRD STEP: Add in the broth, tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper. Bring the mixture up to a boil.
FOURTH STEP: Add in lasagna noodles that have been broken into smaller pieces. Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 13 to 15 minutes until the noodles are tender.
Pro Tip
If you'd like, you have the option to cook the noodles separately and add them to each serving, rather than cooking everything together in one pot. This method can be particularly useful if you expect to have a significant amount of leftovers.
FIFTH STEP: In a small bowl, combine the mozzarella, ricotta, and parmesan.
SIXTH STEP: Pour the soup into your bowls and top with a scoop of the cheese mixture and some basil.
Pro Tip
Instead of mixing it into the soup, consider leaving the cheese on top. This approach allows the cheesy flavor to stand out more distinctly, enhancing the overall taste experience.
This soup captures all the wonderful, rich flavors of lasagna in a delightful soup format, making it a dish that your entire family will repeatedly request. It's cheesy, hearty, and satisfying, and when paired with bread for soaking up every last drop, it becomes a perfectly rounded meal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this in the Slow Cooker?
Yes, you can definitely prepare this dish in a slow cooker. First, brown the sausage in a separate pan before adding it to the crockpot. Then, add all the ingredients except for the noodles and cheeses into the crockpot. Cook on a low setting for 7-8 hours. Afterward, precook the noodles as per the instructions on the package. Once the noodles are ready, add them to the soup and finish by topping it with the cheese mixture.
Can I stir the cheese into the soup instead of mixing it and topping it with the mixture?
While you have the option to mix the cheese into the soup, it's highly recommended to use it as a topping instead. This is based on a comparison where one bowl of the soup had the cheese mixed in, and another had it as a topping. When mixed in, the distinct flavors of the cheeses are less noticeable, but using the cheese as a topping creates an experience similar to the rich, melty cheese layer found in traditional lasagna, enhancing the overall taste and appeal of the dish.
What’s a Dutch oven?
A Dutch oven is a pot made out of cast iron, so it is well insulated and will keep the heat even. You can find them here on Amazon.
Can I make this delicious recipe ahead of time?
It's a good idea to prepare the soup up to the point just before adding the noodles. Then, when you're ready to serve, simply reheat the soup to a simmer, add in the noodles, and proceed from there. While it's possible to make the entire soup ahead of time, the noodles tend to absorb a lot of the liquid if they sit in the soup for an extended period, which can affect the consistency and flavor balance of the dish. Your method ensures the noodles remain at their best texture and the soup retains its intended consistency.
Storing this Recipe
IN THE FRIDGE: It's ideal to enjoy this soup freshly made, as the noodles tend to absorb the broth over time, which can result in mushy noodles. If you expect to have leftovers, it's advisable to add the cooked lasagna noodles to individual servings instead of mixing them into the entire soup.
IN THE FREEZER: Transform this delightful lasagna soup into a convenient freezer meal by completing the first two steps of the recipe, then cooling it down and storing it in an airtight container in the freezer. When you're ready to enjoy it, simply thaw the soup and proceed with adding the pasta.
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Lasagna Soup
This homemade hearty lasagna soup features a robust, tomato-based broth, complete with melted cheese and lasagna noodles, all combined in an easy-to-make, one-pot dish.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound Italian Sausage
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 4 cups beef broth
- 14.5 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
- 14.5 ounces canned petite diced tomatoes
- 2 tsp Italian Seasoning
- 9 sheets lasagna noodles (broken into 1-inch pieces)
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese (grated)
- ½ cup ricotta cheese
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 10 fresh basil leaves (sliced)
DIRECTIONS
- In a large Dutch oven or pot, brown the sausage over medium heat until the sausage is cooked through. Remove the sausage from the pan and drain the grease.
- Pour the olive oil and onion into the pan and cook until the onions are translucent. Add in the garlic and cook for one minute until the garlic is golden brown.
- Add in the broth, tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper. Bring the mixture up to a boil and add in lasagna noodles. Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 13 to 15 minutes until the noodles are tender.
- In a small mixing bowl, combine the mozzarella, ricotta, and parmesan.
- Pour the soup into your bowls and top with a scoop of the cheese mixture and some basil.
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Notes
- You can cook the noodles separately and add them to individual servings instead of cooking all in one pot if you prefer. This can be a great option if you anticipate a lot of leftovers.
- Leave the cheese on top rather than stirring it in. You will be able to taste the cheesy flavor much better if you don’t mix it into the soup.
Nutrition
Serving: 1bowl | Calories: 468kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 68mg | Sodium: 1682mg | Potassium: 807mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 754IU | Vitamin C: 37mg | Calcium: 286mg | Iron: 10mg
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