- For the Soup:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 3 –4 cloves garlic minced
- 450 g 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 can 400 g / 14 oz crushed tomatoes
- 6 cups beef broth or chicken broth
- 8 –10 lasagna noodles broken into pieces
- 1 cup heavy cream OR whole milk optional, for creaminess
- 1 tablespoon sugar to balance acidity
- Fresh parsley or basil for garnish
- For the Ricotta Cheese Topping:
- This creamy topping makes the soup taste like real baked lasagna.
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley optional
Kitchen Tools You’ll Need
To make Lasagna Soup easily and efficiently, prepare:
Large heavy pot or Dutch oven
Wooden spoon
Chef’s knife and cutting board
Ladle for serving
Small bowl for ricotta mixture
That's all—you only need one main pot to cook this entire recipe!
