A one-pot lasagna soup loaded with ground meat, tomato broth, pasta, and topped with a creamy ricotta cheese blend — ready in 30 minutes.
1 tbsp olive oil
1 lb ground beef or sausage
1 onion, chopped
3–4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp tomato paste
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
4 cups beef or chicken broth
8 oz lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
Salt and pepper, to taste
Cheese Topping
1 cup ricotta cheese
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish
Heat oil in large pot. Brown meat and drain fat.
Add onion; cook until soft. Stir in garlic, tomato paste, and seasonings.
Add tomatoes and broth. Bring to boil.
Stir in pasta. Simmer 12–15 minutes until tender.
Mix cheeses in small bowl.
Ladle soup into bowls and top with cheese mixture. Garnish with herbs.
Add extra broth if soup thickens.
Store leftovers up to 4 days.
Freeze without pasta for better texture.