Easy, cozy, Italian-style comfort
This One-Pot Lasagna Soup delivers all the rich, cheesy, saucy goodness of classic lasagna—without the layering, fuss, or long bake time. Everything cooks together in a single pot, making it perfect for busy nights when you want big comfort with little effort. With tender pasta, hearty ground beef, creamy ricotta topping, and a garlicky tomato broth, this soup tastes like your favorite Italian dish transformed into a warm, cozy bowl. It’s family-friendly, meal-prep friendly, and absolutely packed with flavor.
⏱️ Time Breakdown
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Servings: 6
📝 Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tbsp olive oil (if needed)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 8–10 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- Ricotta Topping:
- 1 cup ricotta
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley
- Salt & pepper to taste
✨ Kitchen Tools You’ll Need
This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.
- Large soup pot or Dutch oven
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Ladle
- Small bowl (for ricotta topping)
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
- Brown the beef: Heat your pot over medium-high. Add ground beef and cook 5–6 minutes, breaking it apart until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add aromatics: Stir in diced onion and garlic. Cook 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Build the broth: Add beef broth, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, basil, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Stir well.
- Add pasta: Bring soup to a boil, then add broken lasagna noodles. Reduce heat and simmer 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally so noodles don’t stick.
- Make ricotta topping: In a small bowl, mix ricotta, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Cheesy finish: When noodles are tender, stir in mozzarella and Parmesan until melted and glossy.
- Serve: Ladle into bowls and top with a generous dollop of ricotta mixture 😋🍝🔥
💡 Pro Tips
- Thicker soup: Simmer uncovered longer or stir in extra Parmesan.
- Meal prep tip: Keep noodles separate until serving to avoid over-softening.
- Veggie boost: Add spinach, mushrooms, or zucchini during the simmer.
- Freezer-friendly: Freeze without the noodles; add fresh pasta when reheating.
