All the cozy, cheesy, tomato-rich flavors of lasagna in a hearty, one-pot soup. Perfect for cold nights, family meals, or easy comfort food.
1 lb Italian sausage or ground beef
1 onion, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
8 oz lasagna noodles, broken
1½ tsp dried basil
1 tsp oregano
½ tsp thyme
¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
1 bay leaf
Salt & pepper to taste
Cheese Topping:
1 cup ricotta cheese
½ cup shredded mozzarella
¼ cup grated Parmesan
1 tbsp chopped parsley
Pinch of salt
Brown sausage in a large pot. Add onion and cook 5 minutes. Stir in garlic.
Add tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, broth, and seasonings. Simmer 15–20 minutes.
Stir in pasta and cook until al dente (10–12 mins).
Mix cheese topping ingredients in a bowl.
Serve soup hot with a spoonful of cheese mixture on top.
Store pasta separately for best leftovers.
Freeze soup without noodles and cheese.
Add veggies like spinach or zucchini for more nutrition.