The BEST Lasagna Soup Recipe (2024)

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This creamy One Pot Lasagna Soup recipe tastes just like lasagna without all the work. This easy beef & noodle tomato soup cooks in one pot and is served topped with a creamy ricotta cheese mixture that melts deliciously into it.

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What is lasagna soup?

Ingredients needed

How do you make lasagna soup in one pot?

What kind of pasta should I use for lasagna soup?

Can you make lasagna soup in a crock pot?

What to serve with it

Wine pairings

More soup recipes

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One Pot Lasagna Soup

Ingredients

Instructions

Nutrition

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As we all know, lasagna can be a very time consuming dish.

I’ve got a great lasagna recipe that layers the noodles with a béchamel sauce and a bolognese sauce. It’s amazingly good, but I very rarely ever make it because it makes a ton and it takes a ton of time to make!

With just the two of us around the house, lasagna has resigned itself to being for special occasions when we’ve got a big group at the house.

This lazy lasagna soup fits the bill for when you want all the comfort of lasagna but you’re in a time crunch. Or, for when you don’t want a massive amount of lasagna sitting around in your fridge for a week.

What is lasagna soup?

  • Lasagna soup is like a deconstructed piece of lasagna in a bowl, with a little extra broth it there. It’s amazingly delicious and it tastes just like your favorite lasagna.

Don’t forget about the cheese!

The best part of this one pot lasagna soup may be the fact that it’s topped with a mixture of creamy ricotta, mozzarella & parmesan.That little dollop of cheese melts into your hot soup and gives it such a richness and extra layer of flavors. You will love it!

The second best part of this soup may how easy it is! Everything cooks in one pot, with no assembly. Meaning minimal cleanup and effort on your end.

Meaning more time for drinking wine….

Ingredients needed

  • Ground beef – I like to use lean ground beef. You can also use Italian sausage, ground pork, or ground turkey.
  • Olive Oil
  • Dried Herbs – Basil, oregano, fennel seeds,dried thyme. Or, swap in someItalian seasoning.
  • Sugar – A pinch adds a little sweetness to this soup.
  • Onion + Garlic
  • Bone broth– Or chicken broth, vegetable broth or beef broth.
  • Canned Tomatoes – I prefer to use petite diced tomatoes.
  • Tomato Paste – Adds that cooked all day flavor!
  • Lasagna Noodles– Broken into bite size pieces.
  • Salt + Pepper
  • For the Ricotta Topping – Mozzarella, parmesan, ricotta, and fresh parsley.

How do you make lasagna soup in one pot?

  • Start by browning up some ground beef.
  • Add in some onion and garlic and let it soften.
  • Then, add in lots of Italian spices, broth, and broken up lasagna noodles.
  • Let it all simmer together while you make the yummy cheese topping and open a bottle of wine.

That’s it – Super simple.

PS – Want an even easier and quicker way to make this yummy soup? Be sure to try my Instant Pot Lasagna Soup recipe too!

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What kind of pasta should I use for lasagna soup?

  • I like to use broken lasagna noodles for this recipe, but you can use whatever noodles you have on hand. Shells, rotini pasta, bowties and penne are some other great options.

Variations

  • For even more flavor, try swapping in some sausage for the ground beef.
  • For a lightened up version, try using ground turkey.
  • For vegetarian lasagna soup, use sauteed mushrooms and zucchini in place of the meat or use a meat substitute like impossible burger.
  • For extra veggies, stir in some baby spinach at the end of the cook time.
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Can you make lasagna soup in a crock pot?

  • Yes! To make slow cooker lasagna soup, begin by browning the ground beef on your stove top. Then add it to a slow cooker along with the all the remaining ingredients, except the lasagna noodles. Cover and cook on LOW heat for 7-8 hours or HIGH heat for 5-6 hours. Uncover and stir in pasta; cover and cook on high heat for an additional 30 minutes, or until tender; season with salt and pepper, to taste.

How to store & reheat

  • This soup will keep for up to 3 days in the fridge, or in the freezer for up to 3 months. However, the noodles will absorb some of the cooking liquids and your soup will become thick. To loosen it up, add some additional chicken stock or water. Or, you can make the soup and noodles separate, then when you are ready to serve, simply stir in your cooked noodles.
  • To reheat, heat thawed soup in the microwave or on the stove over medium heat.

What to serve with it

  • Arugula Salad
  • Crostini
  • More → Sides for Lasagna
  • More → Sides for Soup

Wine pairings

  • Italian red wines – Chianti, Barbera, Barolo are all great picks.
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One Pot Lasagna Soup

This One Pot Lasagna Soup tastes just like lasagna without all the work. This beef & noodle tomato soup is served topped with a creamy ricotta cheese mixture that melts deliciously into it.

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Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes minutes

Servings: 6 servings

Created by Platings and Pairings

Ingredients

Ricotta Cheese Topping

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Once hot, add beef, season with salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally until browned.

  • Add onion and garlic and saute until it begins to soften, about 3 minutes.

  • Add broth, tomatoes, tomato paste, basil, oregano, fennel seeds, thyme, sugar, lasagna noodles, and season with salt and pepper. Bring just to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 20 minutes.

  • In a mixing bowl, using a fork, stir together mozzarella, parmesan, ricotta and parsley.

  • Ladle soup into bowls, dollop with a large scoop of the ricotta cheese mixture and sprinkle with chopped parsley.

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Nutrition

Calories: 318kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 84mg | Sodium: 422mg | Potassium: 455mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 570IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 269mg | Iron: 2.8mg

Note: This recipe was originally published in 2014. It was updated in 2023 to update the photographs and content, the One Pot Lasagna Soup recipe remains the same.

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FAQs

What is the secret to a good lasagna? ›

Ricotta Béchamel Is the Secret to the Best Lasagna

The creamy béchamel melts in your mouth and together with the fresh herbs, it really balances out the hearty flavor of the meat sauce." Of course we're used to seeing ricotta cheese in lasagna, but it usually gets awkwardly spread across each layer in uneven piles.

What to add to lasagna to make it taste better? ›

Sugar: Two tablespoons of white sugar add subtle sweetness and enhance the flavor of the sauce. Spices and seasonings: This lasagna recipe is flavored with fresh parsley, dried basil leaves, salt, Italian seasoning, fennel seeds, and black pepper.

Why is my lasagna so soupy? ›

A common source of angst for lasagna makers is a soupy consistency, which is often the result of piling on a watery sauce that hasn't reduced enough. Whether you're making a tomato and meat sauce from scratch or using a jarred sauce, you can thicken it with cornstarch to prevent the problem of a soupy lasagna.

Where did lasagna soup originate? ›

While the exact origin of lasagna soup is unclear, it is believed to have originated in the United States, likely as a creative adaptation of the popular pasta dish. Italy, known for its love of pasta, specifically lasagna, inspired the creation of lasagna soup.

What not to do when making lasagna? ›

In the spirit of learning and lasagna, here are the top mistakes everyone makes with lasagna.
  1. Overcooking the noodles. ...
  2. Boiling noodles without oil and salt. ...
  3. Letting your lasagna get too soupy. ...
  4. Using the wrong protein. ...
  5. Overloading the layers. ...
  6. Substituting cottage cheese for ricotta. ...
  7. Using preshredded cheese.
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Which is better for lasagna cottage or ricotta? ›

I use both; cottage cheese is healthier and ricotta is creamier, so you get the best of both worlds by using both of these cheeses in your lasagna.

Why do you put milk in lasagna? ›

The secret ingredient? Milk. It tenderises the meat, to leave you with the most tender ragù. Use a deep dish and find out how to layer a lasagne.

Why add tomato paste to lasagna? ›

A good tomato paste helps to thicken but also adds a sweet and savory umami flavor. Lean Ground Beef: Lean beef adds a robust and hearty meatiness that's essential in a classic lasagna recipe.

Why is my lasagne tasteless? ›

Use high-quality ingredients: The quality of the ingredients you use can greatly affect the taste of your lasagna. Use fresh, high-quality ingredients such as fresh pasta, high-quality meat, fresh vegetables, and high-quality cheese.

How to stop lasagne from being sloppy? ›

How can I keep lasagna from being a mushy mess? The best way is to keep your ingredients dry. Cook your pasta sauce long enough to boil out most of the moisture so the sauce is thick.

Why does my lasagna falls apart when I cut it? ›

Mistake number 9: serving it as soon as it's out of the oven

Do you struggle with trying to cut freshly baked lasagna without it falling apart. As tempting as it might be to dig in right away, letting it rest for at least half an hour is key. Once it's had time to settle, cutting it into equal squares is easy peasy.

Do you cook lasagna covered or uncovered? ›

In an oven preheated to 375 degrees F, this homemade lasagna should be perfectly baked in about 50 minutes (30-40 minutes covered, 5-10 minutes uncovered).

What country is famous for lasagna? ›

Origins and history

Lasagna originated in Italy during the Middle Ages.

What is the difference between American lasagna and Italian lasagna? ›

The primary differences I found between American lasagne and Italian lasagne were: The use of a layer or two of white bechamel (“"besciamella”) sauce imparts a nice creaminess to the lasagne in Italy. The pasta sheets seemed thinner and “fresher” in Italian pasta, very tender and with a “"melt in your mouth” texture.

What is the difference between lasagna and lasagne al forno? ›

What is the difference between lasagna and lasagne al forno? Unlike Americanized lasagna, this authentic lasagne al forno recipe is made without ricotta cheese. Instead, this recipe used homemade lasagne noodles and a creamy béchamel sauce.

What keeps lasagna from falling apart? ›

A thin sauce runs right off of cooked lasagna noodles, causing all the layers to slide off of each other, as well. A thick sauce, meanwhile, almost acts like a glue that holds the layers together, resulting in a dish that slices into neat squares.

How many layers should a lasagna have? ›

Top the last layer of your lasagna with sauce and cheese. You can also alternate layers of sauce and ricotta cheese. Most lasagna recipes have two to three layers.

Should you bake lasagna covered or uncovered? ›

In an oven preheated to 375 degrees F, this homemade lasagna should be perfectly baked in about 50 minutes (30-40 minutes covered, 5-10 minutes uncovered).

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