This One Pot Lasagna Soup has all the cheesy, saucy goodness of classic lasagna—without the layering or fuss! Made with ground beef, tomatoes, pasta, Italian spices, and a creamy cheese topping, this soup is hearty, comforting, and ready in under 40 minutes. It’s the perfect weeknight dinner recipe when you want Italian comfort food with less work.
Who Is This Recipe For?
This recipe is for pasta lovers, busy families, and anyone who craves lasagna but doesn’t want the prep. It’s ideal for chilly nights, meal prepping, or when you need a one pot dinner recipe that feeds a crowd with minimal cleanup.
Why You’ll Love It
- All the flavors of lasagna in a cozy soup.
- One pot = easy cleanup.
- Customizable with beef, sausage, turkey, or vegetarian swaps.
- Family-friendly comfort food that tastes like home.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (or Italian sausage)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (24 oz) jar marinara sauce
- 1 (15 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups beef or chicken broth
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 8 oz lasagna noodles (broken into pieces)
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- ½ cup grated Parmesan
- Fresh basil or parsley (for garnish)
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Cook the beef
- In a large pot, brown ground beef with onion until cooked through. Drain excess fat. Add garlic and cook 1 minute.
- Build the broth
- Stir in marinara, crushed tomatoes, broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- Add noodles
- Stir in broken lasagna noodles. Cook uncovered 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until noodles are tender.
- Make the cheese topping
- In a bowl, mix ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan.
- Serve
- Ladle soup into bowls, top with a generous scoop of the cheese mixture, and garnish with fresh basil or parsley.
Kitchen Equipment Needed
- Large soup pot or Dutch oven
- Wooden spoon
- Mixing bowl
- Ladle
Storage Tips
- Refrigerate leftovers for up to 4 days.
- Freeze soup (without noodles) for up to 2 months; add fresh pasta when reheating.
- Reheat gently on the stove with extra broth if needed.
FAQ
Q: Can I make it vegetarian?
Yes—swap ground beef for lentils or mushrooms and use vegetable broth.
Q: Can I use other pasta?
Absolutely—rotini, penne, or bow-tie pasta work well too.
Q: Do I stir the cheese into the soup?
Traditionally, the cheese mixture is dolloped on top of each serving, but you can stir it in if you prefer.
Conclusion
This One Pot Lasagna Soup is hearty, cheesy, and perfect for busy nights. With all the classic flavors of lasagna in a bowl, it’s a quick Italian comfort food recipe that will become a family favorite.
Enjoy !!
