Description
Indulge in the comforting goodness of Easy Creamy Lasagna Soup, a delightful twist on classic lasagna that brings warmth and satisfaction to your table. This hearty soup is bursting with the rich flavors of tomato, beef, and aromatic herbs, all enveloped in a creamy texture that will have your family asking for seconds. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends, this recipe offers versatile cooking methods—choose from stovetop, Instant Pot, or slow cooker options. In under 40 minutes, you can serve up a bowlful of happiness topped with melty cheeses and fresh basil.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion (finely diced)
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20)
- 5 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 25 ounces tomato basil pasta sauce
- 28 ounces diced canned tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken broth (more if you want a thinner soup)
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt (divided or more to taste)
- 12 lasagna noodles (uncooked and broken into 2" pieces)
- ½ cup heavy cream (optional)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
- ½ cup ricotta cheese
- 6 tbsp fresh basil (finely chopped)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté diced onion until soft, then add ground beef and cook until browned.
- Stir in garlic, red pepper flakes, oregano, and tomato paste; mix well.
- Add tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, and chicken broth to the pot. Bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, add broken lasagna noodles and salt; reduce heat and simmer until noodles are tender (10-12 minutes).
- Stir in heavy cream if using; adjust thickness by adding more broth if desired.
- Serve hot topped with ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan cheese, and fresh basil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop/Instant Pot/Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg