One Pot Lasagna Soup

One Pot Lasagna Soup: All the Comfort of Classic Lasagna in One Easy Bowl

If you love lasagna but dread the layering, baking, and cleanup, then One Pot Lasagna Soup is the perfect recipe for you. It captures all the hearty flavors of traditional lasagna — rich tomato sauce, tender pasta, savory meat, and creamy cheese — but simplifies the process into one comforting pot of soup. This dish is ideal for busy weeknights, chilly evenings, or anytime you crave a cozy Italian-inspired meal without the hassle.

🍅 What Is One Pot Lasagna Soup?

One Pot Lasagna Soup takes everything you love about lasagna and turns it into a warm, spoonable comfort dish. Instead of stacking noodles, meat, and cheese into layers, everything is cooked together in a single pot. The noodles simmer directly in the flavorful broth, soaking up the sauce and spices. Then, a dollop of creamy ricotta and a sprinkle of mozzarella on top complete the dish — just like a slice of lasagna in soup form.

🛒 Ingredients

For the Soup:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pound (450 g) ground beef or Italian sausage
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 (24-ounce) jar of marinara or tomato sauce
• 4 cups beef or chicken broth
• 1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 8–10 lasagna noodles, broken into bite-sized pieces
• Salt and black pepper, to taste

For the Cheese Topping:

• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)

🍲 Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Brown the Meat

1. In a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
2. Add the ground beef or Italian sausage and cook until browned, about 5–7 minutes.
3. Break the meat apart with a spoon as it cooks.
4. Drain any excess grease if necessary, leaving about a tablespoon in the pot for flavor.

Step 2: Sauté the Aromatics

1. Add the diced onion to the pot and cook for 3–4 minutes, until softened and translucent.
2. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, just until fragrant.
3. Add the tomato paste, basil, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Stir for 1–2 minutes to allow the tomato paste to caramelize slightly — this deepens the flavor.

Step 3: Build the Broth

1. Pour in the marinara sauce, diced tomatoes, and broth.
2. Stir well, scraping the bottom of the pot to release any flavorful browned bits.
3. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.

Step 4: Add the Noodles

1. Break the lasagna noodles into 2-inch pieces and add them directly into the simmering soup.
2. Stir occasionally to prevent the noodles from sticking together.
3. Lower the heat to medium and let the soup simmer for about 10–12 minutes, or until the noodles are tender but not mushy.
4. Taste the soup and adjust with salt and pepper as needed.

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