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Lasagna Soup

Lasagna Soup is a hearty one-pot dish that combines the flavors of traditional lasagna into a comforting, cheesy soup. It features ground meat, marinara sauce, and layers of melted mozzarella, resulting in a thick, flavorful broth with a gooey cheese topping and tender pasta. The dish is cooked through simmering until the ingredients meld and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage or a mix
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 28 oz marinara sauce or spaghetti sauce
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 8 oz rotini or penne pasta uncooked
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese plus extra for topping
  • to taste salt and pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Wooden spoon or spatula

Method
 

  1. In a large pot, brown the ground meat over medium heat until it’s nicely seared and no longer pink, about 5–7 minutes. Break it apart gently with a spoon as it cooks.
  2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot, sautéing until fragrant and the onion turns translucent, about 2–3 minutes. You’ll notice a wonderful aroma filling the kitchen.
  3. Pour in the marinara sauce and broth, stirring well to combine everything. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and season with salt and pepper as desired. Let it simmer for 10 minutes to meld the flavors.
  4. Stir in the uncooked pasta, ensuring it is submerged in the broth. Cover the pot and cook for about 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is al dente and the soup has thickened slightly.
  5. Once the pasta is cooked, sprinkle the shredded mozzarella evenly over the surface of the soup. Cover the pot again and cook for another 2–3 minutes until the cheese melts beautifully and starts to bubble.
  6. Give the soup a gentle stir to incorporate some of the melted cheese, then ladle into bowls. Top with extra mozzarella or fresh herbs if desired and serve hot, enjoying the hearty, cheesy flavors and comforting textures.