Description
This Lasagna Soup is a comforting, hearty dish that brings all the flavors of traditional lasagna into a one-pot, easy-to-make meal. Loaded with tender ground beef, rich marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, and a savory broth, this soup tastes just like your favorite lasagna but with a cozy twist. Mafalda or broken lasagna noodles cook directly in the soup, soaking up the flavors of the tomatoes and spices, while the addition of heavy cream and melted cheese gives it a creamy, indulgent finish.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 2 teaspoons ground pepper
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce
- 4 cups (32 ounces) beef broth (add up to 4 more cups for a runnier soup)
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 12 ounces Mafalda noodles (or broken lasagna noodles)
- ½ cup (119 g) heavy cream
- 1 cup (113 g) mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup (113 g) cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese blend, shredded
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
1️⃣ Sauté onions and garlic:
Heat a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Once the oil is hot, add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
2️⃣ Cook the ground beef:
Add the ground beef to the pot along with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir occasionally, breaking the meat apart as it cooks. Cook for about 8-10 minutes, until the beef is no longer pink. Drain any excess grease if needed.
3️⃣ Add liquids and tomatoes:
Pour in the marinara sauce, beef broth, and crushed tomatoes. Stir well to combine the ingredients, and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
4️⃣ Cook the noodles:
Once the soup is simmering, add the Mafalda noodles (or broken lasagna noodles) and cook for about 8 minutes, or until the noodles are al dente.
5️⃣ Add cream and cheese:
Stir in the heavy cream, mozzarella, and the cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese blend. Stir continuously until the cheeses have melted and the soup is creamy.
6️⃣ Garnish and serve:
Serve the soup immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- You can adjust the thickness of the soup by adding more beef broth if you prefer a thinner consistency.
- Substitute the ground beef with Italian sausage or a mix of beef and pork for a flavor variation.
- For an even richer soup, top each serving with additional shredded cheese before serving!