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Hearty Cheesy Italian Lasagna Soup with Savory Herbs

Hearty Cheesy Italian Lasagna Soup with Savory Herbs Delight

Hearty Cheesy Italian Lasagna Soup with Savory Herbs is a delightful twist on a classic meal that’s perfect for chilly evenings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Classic Comfort Food
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil for sautéing
  • 1 medium Onion diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 pound Ground beef or Italian sausage or turkey or plant-based options
  • 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes canned
  • 4 cups Chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon Tomato paste
For the Herbs
  • 2 teaspoons Dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
  • 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes optional
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For the Noodles & Cheese
  • 8 ounces Lasagna noodles broken
  • 1 cup Ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese reserve some for topping
  • 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
For Garnish
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Equipment

  • large pot or Dutch oven

Method
 

Directions
  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and a pinch of salt, cooking until translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  2. Increase the heat to medium-high and add ground meat. Cook for 6-8 minutes until fully browned. Drain any excess fat.
  3. Stir in crushed tomatoes, broth, and tomato paste. Bring to a boil, cooking for about 5 minutes.
  4. Add dried herbs and seasonings, and let it boil for another minute before reducing the heat.
  5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let the soup simmer for about 15 minutes.
  6. Stir in broken lasagna noodles and continue to cook uncovered for 10-12 minutes until tender.
  7. In a bowl, mix ricotta, mozzarella, and parmesan cheeses until creamy.
  8. Ladle hot soup into bowls, adding cheese mixture to each. Top with remaining cheeses.
  9. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and a drizzle of olive oil if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Enjoy with garlic bread or a side salad for a complete meal.

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