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One Pot Lasagna Soup

Hearty One Pot Lasagna Soup You'll Crave All Week

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This One Pot Lasagna Soup captures the essence of classic lasagna in a comforting, easy-to-make dish perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Use 80/20 or 85/15 for optimal flavor.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced fresh garlic enhances flavor.
  • 0.5 Yellow Onion Diced, substitute with shallots for milder flavor.
  • Kosher Salt Adjust to taste.
  • Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • Dried Basil Classic Italian herb.
  • Oregano Classic Italian herb.
For the Liquid
  • 1 14 oz can Crushed Tomatoes Acts as the soup base.
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth Use vegetable broth for a lighter option.
  • 1 cup Water Adjusts consistency.
  • 2 tsp Tomato Paste Enhances tomato flavor.
For the Noodles
  • 6 oz Lasagna Noodles Broken; substitute with gluten-free pasta if needed.
For the Creaminess
  • 0.25 cup Heavy Cream Adds creaminess; can use half-and-half or omit.
  • 1 Ricotta Cheese Essential for classic lasagna flavor.
  • 4 oz Mozzarella Cheese Sliced; melts beautifully.
  • Parmesan Cheese Optional; adds salty depth.
For the Nutritional Boost
  • 1 cup Frozen Chopped Spinach Adds nutrition and color.

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat over medium-high heat, adding the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces with a wooden spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Once browned, drain any excess fat.
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  2. Add minced garlic and diced onion to the pot. Sprinkle in dried basil, oregano, kosher salt, and black pepper. Sauté for about 5 minutes.
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  3. Pour in crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, and water. Stir in the tomato paste. Add broken lasagna noodles, ensuring they are submerged, then bring to a boil.
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  4. Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
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  5. Stir in frozen chopped spinach and heavy cream, cooking uncovered for an additional 5 minutes until creamy.
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  6. To serve, place mozzarella cheese slices in bowls, ladle the hot soup over them, and add dollops of ricotta cheese. Optionally sprinkle with grated Parmesan.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 28gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, use quality beef and avoid overcooking the noodles. Keep extra broth handy for leftovers.

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