Description
A delicious and comforting lasagna soup loaded with rich flavors and nutritious ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 0 lb lean ground beef (substitute with ground turkey for a lighter option)
- 0 lb Italian ground sausage (turkey sausage is a great alternative)
- 1 tsp olive oil (for sautéing)
- 0 cup yellow onion, chopped (the aromatic foundation of your soup)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced (fresh garlic intensifies the soup’s flavor profile)
- 3 tbsp tomato paste (thickens the broth and enriches the taste)
- 24 oz red pasta sauce or marinara (the heart of sauce flavors)
- 0 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 0 tsp salt (taste and add more if needed)
- 0 tsp black ground pepper (elevates the flavor)
- 0 tsp garlic powder (for an extra kick of garlic)
- 0 tsp crushed dried oregano (a classic Italian herb)
- 0 tsp dried thyme (complements the meaty flavors)
- 7 cups beef or chicken broth (choose a brand you love)
- 9–10 pieces uncooked lasagna noodles, broken (transforms into tender pieces in the soup)
- 3 cups fresh baby spinach (added at the end for nutrition)
- 0 cup shredded parmesan (for a cheesy finish)
- 1 cup fresh ricotta (for creamy richness)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella (melts beautifully)
Instructions
- Warm the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the lean ground beef and Italian sausage to the pot, cooking until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the tomato paste, red pepper flakes, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, oregano, and thyme. Cook until well combined, about 2 minutes.
- Add the beef or chicken broth and broken lasagna noodles. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 20 minutes or until the noodles are tender.
- Gently fold in the fresh baby spinach and let it wilt for a couple of minutes.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and top with fresh dollops of ricotta, a sprinkle of mozzarella, and parmesan.
Notes
- Adjust seasonings according to your taste preferences.
- Perfect for a cozy dinner on a chilly night.
- Can substitute ingredients as needed for dietary preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Dishes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg