Description
If you’re ready to bring the cozy comfort of classic lasagna to your dinner table—without all the layering and baking—this Easy Creamy Lasagna Soup is the perfect recipe to start with. It’s rich, cheesy, and full of hearty flavor, yet simple enough for any night of the week.
Ingredients
For the Soup Base:
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound lean ground beef or ground turkey
1 small yellow onion, finely diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 (24-ounce) jar marinara sauce
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 (15-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
8 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
For the Creamy Layer:
½ cup heavy cream
½ cup ricotta cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
For Garnish:
Fresh basil or parsley, chopped
Extra Parmesan cheese for topping
Instructions
Brown the Meat
In a large soup pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef or turkey and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Drain any excess fat, leaving about a tablespoon for flavor.
2. Sauté the Aromatics
Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3–4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Build the Base
Add Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper, salt, and pepper. Stir in marinara sauce, chicken broth, and crushed tomatoes. Mix well and bring to a gentle boil.
4. Simmer the Soup
Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered for 15–20 minutes to deepen the flavor.
5. Cook the Noodles
Add the broken lasagna noodles directly to the pot. Cook until tender, about 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add extra broth if the soup becomes too thick.
6. Make It Creamy
Lower the heat and stir in heavy cream, ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese. Stir until melted and the soup becomes creamy and rich. Adjust seasoning to taste.
7. Serve and Garnish
Ladle into bowls and top with chopped basil or parsley and extra Parmesan. Serve hot with garlic bread or salad.
Notes
Don’t overcook the noodles; they’ll continue to soften in the broth.
Use your favorite marinara sauce for the best flavor.
For a lighter version, replace heavy cream with half-and-half.
Add spinach or mushrooms for a veggie-packed twist.
Store leftovers in the fridge up to 4 days; reheat gently with a splash of broth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6