Lasagna Soup
If you're a fan of the classic Italian comfort food, lasagna, get ready to fall in love with its soupier sibling: lasagna soup. This hearty, flavor-packed dish combines all the cheesy, saucy goodness of traditional lasagna into a bowl of pure comfort. Whether you're looking to warm up on a chilly evening or impress your dinner guests with a unique twist on a classic recipe, lasagna soup is the way to go. In this blog, we'll dive into everything you need to know to make this delicious dish, complete with tips for customization, storage, and pairing suggestions.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage or a mix of both
- 2 cups of spinach
- 1 medium onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 4 cups chicken or beef broth
- 1 can 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 1 can 15 ounces tomato sauce
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, for heat
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 8 lasagna noodles broken into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup whipped cream cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the ground beef or sausage and cook until browned, breaking it into smaller pieces with a spoon. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Add the diced onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the broth, crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and tomato paste. Stir well to combine. Add the dried basil, oregano, red pepper flakes (if using), and a generous pinch of salt and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
- Reduce the heat to a simmer and stir in the broken lasagna noodles. Cook for 10-12 minutes or until the noodles are tender, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- While the soup simmers, combine the cream cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, and parsley in a small bowl. Mix well and set aside.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and top each serving with a dollop of the cheese mixture. Garnish with extra parsley or Parmesan if desired.