Lasagna Soup

Directions

  1. 1In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned and cooked through.
  2. 2Season with salt and black pepper.
  3. 3Add the onion to the pot and sauté for about 3-5 minutes.
  4. 4Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  5. 5Pour in the diced tomatoes, marinara, tomato paste and beef broth.
  6. 6Stir to combine.
  7. 7Season with oregano, sea salt and black pepper.
  8. 8Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  9. 9While the soup is simmering, break the lasagna noodles into smaller pieces.
  10. 10Add the broken lasagna noodles to the simmering soup.
  11. 11Continue to simmer until the noodles are cooked al dente and the soup has thickened to your liking.
  12. 12Add the ricotta and mozzarella.
  13. 13Stir to combine.
  14. 14Finish with a generous sprinkle of Parmesan and fresh basil and parsley.
  15. 15Serve hot and enjoy!

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
  • 1 chopped onion
  • 3 cloves minced garlic
  • 14 oz can diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup marinara
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 2 cups broken lasagna noodles
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • parmesan cheese, for topping
  • Fresh basil & parsley, for garnish

Equipment

large potDutch ovenwooden spoon