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Easy Lasagna Soup

This hearty lasagna soup combines seasoned ground meat, lasagna noodles, and a rich tomato broth, topped with a creamy cheese blend. It's a comforting, one-pot version of classic lasagna, perfect for an easy, cozy meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 People
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

For the Soup:
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 lb ground pork
  • 1 onion diced
  • 1 bell pepper diced
  • 8 oz mushrooms sliced
  • 5 –6 garlic cloves roughly chopped
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 2 Tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 Tbsp basil paste or pesto
  • 24 oz jar of your favorite pasta sauce
  • 4 cups chicken or beef stock
  • 1 lb lasagna noodles broken to desired length
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
Cheese Topping:
  • 8 oz softened cream cheese
  • 24 oz small curd cottage cheese
  • 4 oz fresh grated mozzarella
  • 4 oz freshly grated Parmesan
  • 1 Tbsp basil paste or pesto
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning

Method
 

  1. In a large pot, add ground beef and ground pork. Break it up as it cooks and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.
  2. When the meat is halfway cooked, add the onion, bell pepper, and mushrooms. Cook until the meat is no longer pink, and the vegetables are slightly softened.
  3. Create a well in the center of the pot and carefully use a paper towel to remove some of the grease.
  4. Stir in the tomato paste, basil paste (or pesto) and chopped garlic. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the jar of pasta sauce and 4 cups of broth. Bring to a low simmer for about 5 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  6. Break up the lasagna noodles into the soup to your desired length. Cover the pot and cook for 15–20 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure the noodles are fully submerged and softened.
  7. While the soup is cooking, combine all the cheese topping ingredients in a small bowl. Mix until well combined and adjust seasoning to taste.
  8. Once the lasagna noodles are soft, stir in the heavy cream until fully incorporated.
  9. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with a scoop or two of the cheese mixture. Serve with warm bread and enjoy!