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One Pot Lasagna Soup

Cozy One Pot Lasagna Soup for Effortless Weeknight Dinners

This One Pot Lasagna Soup is a comforting, easy meal that captures all the flavors of traditional lasagna in a single pot.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Soup Base
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh is preferred.
  • 1/2 unit Yellow Onion Can swap for shallots or omit.
  • 14 oz Crushed Tomatoes Diced tomatoes or pasta sauce can be used.
  • 32 oz Chicken Broth Vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
  • 1 cup Water Adjust based on desired thickness.
  • 2 tsp Tomato Paste Use more for a stronger flavor.
Seasoning
  • 1/4 tsp Dried Basil A blend of Italian seasoning works too.
  • 1/2 tsp Dried Oregano Thyme or marjoram can be substituted.
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt Feel free to adjust.
  • Black Pepper Use freshly ground for best results.
Pasta & Greens
  • 6 oz Lasagna Noodles Broken fettuccine or gluten-free pasta can be used.
  • 1 cup Frozen Chopped Spinach Can substitute with kale.
Creaminess
  • 1/4 cup Heavy Cream Half-and-half can substitute.
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese Cottage cheese is a lower-fat alternative.
  • 4 oz Mozzarella Cheese Can try provolone or dairy-free cheese.
Optional Garnishes
  • Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast serves as a vegan option.

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Brown the Meat: In a large pot, heat a splash of oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Sauté the Aromatics: Add minced garlic and diced onion to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes until soft. Stir in seasonings.
  3. Combine the Base: Pour in crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, water, and tomato paste. Bring to a boil and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. Add the Noodles: Break lasagna noodles into 2-inch pieces and add to the soup. Cover and cook for about 10 minutes.
  5. Mix in the Greens and Cream: Stir in spinach and heavy cream. Cook uncovered for another 5 minutes.
  6. Assemble and Serve: In serving bowls, layer mozzarella cheese, ladle hot soup over, and top with ricotta and optional grated parmesan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 28gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For best results, avoid adding noodles too early and consider stirring in fresh herbs before serving for added flavor.

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