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Easy lasagna soup is shown in a bowl with visible layers of pasta, sauce, and cheese, highlighting the dish's comforting and recognizable flavors.

Lasagna Soup: Easy Perfection

Enjoy all the comforting flavors of lasagna in a warm and inviting soup! This easy lasagna soup recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, delivering classic lasagna taste in under an hour with simple, affordable ingredients. Customizable and family-friendly, it's a one-pot wonder that will become a new favorite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound Italian sausage sweet or hot
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 ounces lasagna noodles, broken into smaller pieces
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil optional, to prevent sticking
  • 1/4 cup water if needed, to adjust consistency

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Spoon
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • Garlic mincer or press
  • small bowl
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • Ladle
  • Serving bowls

Method
 

  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the Italian sausage over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, chicken broth, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
  4. Add the broken lasagna noodles to the pot and stir to combine. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the noodles are tender. Stir occasionally to prevent the noodles from sticking to the bottom of the pot. If the soup becomes too thick, add a little water.
  5. Remove the pot from the heat. In a small bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  6. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with a dollop of the ricotta cheese mixture and a sprinkle of fresh parsley. Serve immediately.

Notes

Don't overcook the noodles! Check them frequently and remove the pot from the heat as soon as they're tender. Taste as you go: adjust the seasonings to your liking. This soup is even better the next day! The flavors meld together beautifully as it sits. Lasagna soup freezes really well; let it cool completely before transferring it to freezer-safe containers. For a richer flavor, use beef broth instead of chicken broth. To prevent the noodles from sticking together, add a tablespoon of olive oil to the pot while simmering. If the soup is too thick, add more chicken broth until it reaches the desired consistency.