Description
A comforting and rich Italian-inspired soup that captures the essence of lasagna in a warm bowl, filled with creamy cheeses, savory herbs, and hearty vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cups lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Sauté the aromatics: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, cooking until fragrant.
- Brown the meat: Add ground beef or sausage, breaking it up as it cooks until browned.
- Add the vegetables: Stir in sliced mushrooms and sauté until tender.
- Incorporate tomato products: Mix in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and broth, bringing to a gentle boil.
- Season generously: Add oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Mix in the pasta: Add broken lasagna noodles to the pot, cooking until al dente.
- Create the cheese mixture: In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese with salt and pepper.
- Serve and top with mozzarella: Ladle soup into bowls, adding a dollop of ricotta and topping with mozzarella.
- Finish with fresh herbs: Garnish with chopped basil or parsley before serving.
Notes
Feel free to substitute ground turkey for a lighter option or add extra vegetables like spinach or zucchini for added nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Lasagna, Soup, Italian, Comfort Food, Family Recipe