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A creamy, comforting twist on classic lasagna — this one-pot soup is rich with tomato, pasta, cheese, and cream. Cozy and perfect for cold nights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage

  • 1 yellow onion, diced

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 tbsp tomato paste

  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes

  • 4 cups chicken or beef broth

  • 810 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces

  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half

  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella

  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan

  • 1 cup ricotta (for topping)

  • 2 cups baby spinach (optional)

  • Fresh basil or parsley for garnish

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a large pot. Sauté onion and garlic. Add ground meat and brown.

  • Stir in tomato paste, seasoning, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook 1 minute.

  • Add crushed tomatoes and broth. Bring to a boil.

  • Add pasta and simmer 10–12 minutes until tender.

  • Reduce heat. Stir in cream, mozzarella, and parmesan.

  • Add spinach and stir until wilted.

  • Serve with a scoop of ricotta and fresh basil or parsley.

Notes

Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days. Add broth when reheating if needed. For freezing, leave out pasta and cream.