Description
Lasagna soup is a warm and hearty dish that captures the beloved flavors of traditional lasagna in a cozy bowl. With rich tomato broth, tender pasta, gooey cheese, and zesty Italian spices, this comfort food is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. Easy to prepare and full of nostalgic flavors, one spoonful will leave you craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups ditalini pasta
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef until no longer pink. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent; then add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in fire-roasted diced tomatoes with their juices and add chicken broth. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add ditalini pasta and Italian seasoning, cooking according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a separate bowl, mix ricotta cheese with chopped basil and grated Parmesan.
- Serve the hot soup in bowls, topping each with a dollop of the ricotta mixture and extra Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 2 cups)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For a lighter version, substitute ground beef with turkey. Add spinach or kale for extra veggies. Experiment with different cheeses like mozzarella for varied flavors.