Easy Lasagna Soup Recipe | Quick & Hearty 40-Minute Meal
This Easy Lasagna Soup brings all the rich, cheesy flavors of classic lasagna into a comforting, quick-to-make soup! Perfect for busy weeknights, it’s packed with savory ground beef (or Italian sausage), tender pasta, and a rich tomato broth, then topped with creamy ricotta and melted mozzarella. Ready in just 40 minutes—comfort food has never been easier!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 cups uncooked pasta (lasagna noodles broken into pieces, or small pasta like mafalda)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Brown the Meat – In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the ground beef or sausage over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Sauté Aromatics – Add the chopped onion and garlic, cooking until soft (about 3-4 minutes).
- Simmer the Soup – Stir in crushed tomatoes, beef broth, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Cook the Pasta – Add the uncooked pasta and simmer for 8-10 minutes (or as per package instructions) until al dente.
- Add Creaminess – Remove from heat and stir in ricotta cheese until well blended.
- Serve & Garnish – Ladle into bowls, top with shredded mozzarella and fresh basil.
Notes
✔ Meat Swap: Use Italian sausage for extra flavor.
✔ Veggie Boost: Add spinach, zucchini, or mushrooms.
✔ Pasta Choice: Gluten-free pasta works well for a GF version.
✔ Cheesy Finish: Let mozzarella melt slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories: 380 kcal per serving
- Sugar: 6g
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g