Easy Creamy Lasagna Soup – One-Pot Comfort in 40 Minutes

Easy Creamy Lasagna Soup – One-Pot Comfort in 40 Minutes

Main Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 (28‑oz) can crushed tomatoes
• 8 ounces short pasta (penne or rigatoni)
• 4 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Seasonings & Flavors

• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Optional

• Fresh basil leaves
• Extra grated Parmesan
• Crusty bread cubes

Instructions

1. 1Sauté aromatics: Heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook 3–5 minutes until fragrant and translucent. Watch for burning; lower heat if edges darken.
2. 2Brown the beef: Increase to medium‑high, add ground beef and Italian seasoning. Crumble and stir 5–7 minutes until browned, no pink. Drain excess fat to keep broth from becoming greasy.
3. 3Build the broth: Stir in crushed tomatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to low simmer 10–12 minutes. Aroma should deepen; skim any foam.
4. 4Cook pasta: Add short pasta, stirring. Simmer 8–10 minutes until al dente; pasta should be just firm. Watch for water level—add ½ cup broth if it looks too thick.
5. 5Finish with cheese: Turn heat off. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan; stir until melted into a creamy ribbon. Soup should look glossy, not grainy.
6. 6Serve: Ladle into bowls, garnish with fresh basil and extra Parmesan. Listen for a gentle steam hiss; soup is hot throughout.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: Deglaze the pot with a splash of broth after browning beef to capture caramelized flavor.
• Best substitution: Use ground turkey for lower fat; expect a lighter broth and slightly less creaminess.
• Make-ahead: Broth can be made 24 hours ahead; it deepens flavor and reduces cooking rush.
• Scaling: Double the recipe for 8 servings; increase broth by ¼ cup per extra pound of meat.
• Troubleshooting: If soup turns watery, you likely added too much liquid or overcooked pasta; remove excess broth and stir in a slurry of flour and water.

Nutrition Per Serving