Description
Hearty Italian Beef Lasagna Soup is a comforting and flavorful one-pot meal combining tender ground beef, aromatic herbs, tangy tomato sauce, creamy cheeses, and tender broken lasagna noodles. Inspired by traditional lasagna, this quick and cozy soup warms you from the inside out, perfect for chilly days or a satisfying family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Aromatics
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Tomato Base
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning (oregano, basil, thyme blend)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Noodles
- 4–5 lasagna noodles, broken into bite-sized pieces
Cheeses
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Brown the Beef and Sauté Aromatics: Heat a large pot over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until fully browned and slightly caramelized. Drain excess fat. Add finely chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until fragrant and onions are translucent.
- Add Tomatoes, Sauce, and Broth: Pour in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth. Stir in Italian seasoning and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer to meld flavors and create a rich broth.
- Cook the Noodles: Break lasagna noodles into bite-sized pieces and add directly into the simmering soup. Cook until noodles are tender yet firm, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Add the Cheeses: Turn off heat. Gently fold ricotta cheese into the soup to add creamy texture. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top, then cover the pot for a few minutes to melt the cheese into a luscious blanket.
- Serve and Enjoy: Ladle hot soup into bowls. Optionally garnish with fresh torn basil, extra Parmesan, or a drizzle of olive oil for added brightness and elegance.
Notes
- Use lean ground beef for optimal flavor with less grease.
- Do not overcook noodles to maintain a pleasant, slightly firm texture.
- Fold in ricotta last to keep it creamy, while mozzarella melts perfectly on top.
- Simmer the soup gently to deepen flavors without breaking down the noodles or meat.
- Adjust salt, pepper, and herbs at the end to taste for personalized seasoning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soups
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 750 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
Keywords: Italian beef soup, lasagna soup, hearty soup, comfort food, one-pot meal, easy soup, family-friendly, cheesy soup
