A hearty, one-pot soup with all the rich, cheesy, tomatoey flavors of lasagna — perfect for cozy family dinners.
1 tbsp olive oil
1 lb ground beef or sausage
1 onion, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes
4–5 cups chicken or beef broth
2 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
1 bay leaf (optional)
8–10 lasagna noodles, broken
Salt & pepper to taste
Cheese Mixture:
1 cup ricotta
1 cup shredded mozzarella
¼ cup grated Parmesan
1 tsp parsley or basil
Brown meat in olive oil. Add onion and garlic; sauté until soft.
Stir in tomato paste, crushed and diced tomatoes, broth, and seasonings.
Simmer for 20 minutes. Add broken noodles and cook until tender.
Mix cheeses in a small bowl.
Serve soup hot, topped with cheese mixture.
Store pasta separately if making ahead. Freeze base only, then add fresh pasta when reheating.