A cozy one-pot lasagna soup filled with savory meat, tender noodles, tomato-rich broth, and a melty three-cheese topping — comfort food at its finest.
1 tbsp olive oil
1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
1 onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
4 cups beef broth
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and pepper, to taste
8 lasagna noodles, broken
Fresh basil, for garnish
Cheese Mixture:
1 cup ricotta
1/2 cup mozzarella
1/4 cup Parmesan
Optional: 2 tbsp cream cheese
Salt & pepper
Heat oil in pot. Brown meat until cooked through.
Add onion; cook 3–4 mins. Stir in garlic.
Add tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, broth, and seasonings. Simmer.
Stir in noodles. Simmer 12–15 mins until al dente.
Mix ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, and seasoning.
Serve soup hot, topped with cheese dollop and fresh basil.
Cook pasta separately if prepping ahead.
Freeze soup base without noodles.
Add spinach or mushrooms for extra veggies.