A cozy, cheesy soup that tastes just like lasagna — Moribyan-style. Packed with meat, pasta, and a ricotta topping that melts right in.
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
8–10 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
2 cups baby spinach (optional)
Cheese Topping:
1 cup ricotta
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
1/4 cup grated parmesan
Salt and pepper
Heat oil and brown the meat with onion and garlic. Drain excess fat.
Stir in tomato paste and seasonings. Cook for 1 minute.
Add crushed tomatoes and broth. Bring to a simmer.
Add broken lasagna noodles and cook until tender, 10–12 minutes.
In a small bowl, mix ricotta, mozzarella, and parmesan.
Ladle soup into bowls and top each with a scoop of the cheese mixture.
Garnish with fresh basil or extra parmesan.
To make ahead, store without pasta and add when serving. Not recommended for freezing after pasta is added.