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Lasagna Soup

Lasagna Soup combines the hearty flavors of traditional lasagna into a comforting, brothy dish. It features ground meat, crushed tomatoes, broken lasagna noodles, and a cheesy topping, resulting in a thick, flavorful soup with tender noodles and melty cheese on top. The dish is quick to prepare and perfect for a cozy, satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil use good-quality olive oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 pound ground beef 80/20 preferred
  • 28 oz crushed tomatoes good-quality canned
  • 4 cups beef broth low sodium recommended
  • 8 oz lasagna noodles broken into chunks
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella for topping
  • a handful fresh basil chopped, for garnish
  • to taste salt and pepper for seasoning

Equipment

  • Large heavy-bottomed pot
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring spoons and cups
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Ladle

Method
 

  1. Heat a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat and add a tablespoon of olive oil. Once shimmering, add diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes, until fragrant and soft.
  2. Add minced garlic to the pot and cook for about 30 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
  3. Add ground beef to the pot, breaking it apart with your wooden spoon. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 8 minutes, until the meat is no longer pink and releases some fat.
  4. Pour in crushed tomatoes and beef broth, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, about 10 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and the broth to thicken slightly.
  5. Add broken lasagna noodles to the pot and cook until tender but still firm, about 10 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  6. Taste the soup and season with salt and pepper as needed. Adjust seasoning to your preference.
  7. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and chopped fresh basil over the soup. Cover and cook for about 2 minutes, until the cheese melts and basil releases its aroma.
  8. Serve the hot lasagna soup in bowls, garnished with extra basil if desired, and enjoy the comforting flavors.