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Lasagna Soup with Ricotta

Comforting Lasagna Soup with Ricotta for Cozy Nights

This Lasagna Soup with Ricotta is a cozy dish transforming traditional lasagna into a warm, hearty soup, perfect for chilly nights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Classic Comfort Food
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 lb ground beef or turkey for a lighter option
  • 1 cup diced onion yellow onion is best
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 28 oz crushed tomatoes fire-roasted recommended
  • 14.5 oz diced tomatoes no-salt-added preferred
  • 4 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning fresh herbs can be substituted
  • ½ teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper freshly cracked preferred
For the Noodles and Cheese
  • 6 sheets lasagna noodles broken into pieces, gluten-free for variation
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese add lemon zest for flavor
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese blend with provolone for variety
  • 2 tablespoon chopped fresh basil or parsley if basil is unavailable

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot over medium heat, add ground beef, diced onion, and minced garlic. Cook for 5–7 minutes until beef is browned and onions are translucent.
  2. Stir in crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, and chicken broth. Add Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Increase heat to a gentle boil for 3–5 minutes.
  3. Add broken lasagna noodles to the boiling broth. Reduce heat and cover, simmer for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Ladle soup into bowls and top with a generous spoonful of ricotta cheese.
  5. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and chopped basil over each serving before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This hearty soup combines all the flavors of traditional lasagna, making it a quick and satisfying meal option for any cozy night.

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