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Easy Lasagna Soup with Ricotta

This easy lasagna soup is cozy, hearty, and packed with all the flavors of classic lasagna. It is made with seasoned ground beef, marinara sauce, tender lasagna noodles, and a creamy three-cheese topping.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • ½ onion diced
  • 5 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • Salt to taste
  • Onion powder to taste
  • Red pepper flakes to taste
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 jar marinara sauce
  • 8 lasagna sheets broken into pieces
  • Oil for cooking
  • Cheese Topping
  • 1 container ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, combine the ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, and a pinch of salt. Mix well and set aside.
  • Heat a drizzle of oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and brown, breaking it up as it cooks. Season with salt and onion powder.
  • Add the diced onion and sauté until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, until fragrant.
  • Stir in the tomato paste and cook for about 1 minute.
  • Pour in the marinara sauce and chicken broth. Add the Italian seasoning,salt, red pepper flakes, then stir to combine. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
  • Bring the soup to a boil, then break the lasagna sheets into smaller pieces and add them to the pot.
  • Reduce the heat and simmer until the lasagna noodles are tender, stirring occasionally to prevent them from sticking together.
  • Ladle the soup into bowls.
  • Add scoops of cheese.
  • Garnish with parsley.