Description
Comfort meets innovation in this hearty lasagna soup, blending classic Italian flavors with modern culinary creativity. Layers of cheesy goodness and robust tomato broth invite you to savor each spoonful of pure, soul-warming deliciousness.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 lb Italian sausage
- 2 cups lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup diced bell peppers
Liquid and Seasoning Components:
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Cheese and Garnish:
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- In a large Dutch oven, brown ground beef and Italian sausage over medium-high heat until no pink remains, approximately 7-8 minutes.
- Add diced onions, minced garlic, and bell peppers to the meat, sautéing until vegetables soften and become translucent, about 4-5 minutes.
- Pour chicken broth, marinara sauce, and diced tomatoes into the pot, stirring to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
- Incorporate Italian seasoning, dried basil, salt, and black pepper, allowing the mixture to simmer and develop rich flavors for 15-20 minutes.
- Introduce broken lasagna noodles directly into the simmering soup, cooking until pasta reaches al dente texture, roughly 8-10 minutes.
- While soup is cooking, prepare cheese mixture by blending ricotta, half the mozzarella, and parmesan in a separate bowl.
- Once noodles are tender, ladle soup into serving bowls and dollop the prepared cheese mixture on top.
- Sprinkle remaining mozzarella and fresh parsley over each serving, creating a vibrant and appetizing presentation.
- Serve immediately while hot, allowing the cheese to melt slightly and create a luxurious, comforting soup experience.
Notes
- Meat Selection: Choose lean ground beef and Italian sausage for reduced fat content while maintaining robust flavor profile.
- Noodle Flexibility: Break lasagna noodles into smaller pieces for easier eating or substitute with gluten-free pasta for dietary restrictions.
- Cheese Modification: Use low-fat ricotta and part-skim mozzarella to create a lighter version without compromising taste and texture.
- Vegetarian Adaptation: Replace meat with plant-based protein like crumbled tofu, lentils, or mushrooms for a hearty meat-free alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg