Description
A hearty, comforting soup that tastes just like classic lasagna but in a bowl. Perfect for weeknight dinners, this soup combines ground beef, tomatoes, noodles, and cheese for an easy, family-friendly meal.
Ingredients
🛒 Ingredients (serves 6–8):
For the Soup:
1 lb ground beef
1 medium onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
4 cups beef or chicken broth
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
8 oz broken lasagna noodles
Salt and pepper, to taste
For Serving:
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
📝 Instructions:
Step 1: Cook the Meat
In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat. Add diced onion and garlic and sauté until softened.
Step 2: Add Liquids & Seasoning
Stir in crushed tomatoes, broth, and Italian seasoning. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10–15 minutes.
Step 3: Cook the Noodles
Add broken lasagna noodles to the simmering soup. Cook until noodles are tender, about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 4: Serve & Garnish
Ladle soup into bowls. Top with shredded mozzarella, Parmesan, and fresh basil or parsley. Serve hot with crusty bread if desired.
Notes
- Make it Crockpot-Friendly: Brown meat and sauté onions first, then add all ingredients to a slow cooker and cook on low 4–6 hours.
- Lazy Version: Skip pre-cooking the noodles; just let them simmer longer in the soup.
- Make Ahead: Soup keeps well in the fridge for 3–4 days and freezes nicely for up to 2 months.
- Vegetarian Option: Replace ground beef with sautéed mushrooms or lentils.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup / Dinner
- Method: Stovetop / Crockpot Compatible
- Cuisine: Italian-American