Lasagna Soup – Hearty, Cheesy & One-Pot Pasta Perfection
This hearty lasagna soup brings together tender pasta, seasoned ground beef, a rich tomato broth, and creamy ricotta cheese — all the comforting layers of lasagna in one easy, one-pot meal.
Ingredients
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1 lb ground beef
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1 medium onion, diced
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4 garlic cloves, minced
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2 tbsp tomato paste
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28 oz crushed tomatoes
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5–6 cups low-sodium beef broth
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2 tsp Italian seasoning
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¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
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8 oz lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
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Salt & pepper to taste
Cheese topping:
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¾ cup ricotta cheese
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1 cup shredded mozzarella, divided
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¼ cup grated Parmesan
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Fresh parsley or basil, chopped
Instructions
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In a large pot, brown ground beef with onion. Drain excess fat.
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Add garlic, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Sauté 2 minutes.
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Pour in crushed tomatoes and broth. Bring to a simmer.
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Stir in pasta. Cook 12–15 minutes until tender.
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Mix ricotta, half the mozzarella, and Parmesan in a small bowl.
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Taste soup and adjust seasoning. Stir in greens if using.
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Serve hot, topped with ricotta mixture and fresh herbs.
Notes
For freezer-friendly prep, store soup and pasta separately. Add veggies or swap meat as desired.