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A hearty bowl of Lasagna Soup topped with cheese and herbs.

Lasagna Soup

Cozy, hearty flavor in a bowl, this Lasagna Soup combines the comforting taste of baked lasagna with the convenience of quick cooking.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 5 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic = bigger flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional) Use for a spicy kick.
  • 4 cups chicken or beef broth Keep broth warm for faster simmer.
  • 1 jar (24 oz) marinara or pasta sauce
  • 2 cups water
  • 8 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces Break noodles for even cooking.
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Add extra for serving.
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat a large pot over medium. Add the ground beef or sausage and brown it, stirring and breaking it up until no pink remains.
  2. Push the meat to the side. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 4 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  4. Sprinkle in the Italian seasoning and the crushed red pepper flakes if you like heat.
  5. Pour in the broth, marinara sauce, and water. Bring the pot to a boil.
  6. Add the broken lasagna noodles, reduce to a simmer, and cook until noodles are tender, about 8–10 minutes.
  7. Stir in the heavy cream and then add the cheeses. Stir until melted and the soup thickens slightly.
  8. Taste and season with salt and pepper.
  9. Serve hot, garnished with torn basil or parsley and extra Parmesan if desired.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for 3–4 days. Freeze without cream for up to 2 months; add dairy when reheating. Reheat gently on the stove with a splash of broth. Brown meat ahead for quick reheating.