Description
A comforting and hearty Lasagna Soup that brings the classic Italian flavors of lasagna into a warm, brothy meal. Ground beef, tomatoes, and pasta simmer together with Italian seasoning, topped with mozzarella cheese and fresh basil for a delicious bowl ready in just 35 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Liquids
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
- 4 cups beef broth
Pasta and Garnishes
- 1 cup uncooked pasta (such as small shells or elbow macaroni)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Brown the Meat and Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Add the diced onion and minced garlic and continue cooking until the onion is softened and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add Seasonings and Liquids: Stir in the Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to the meat mixture. Pour in the diced tomatoes with their juices, tomato sauce, and beef broth. Stir everything together and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Cook the Pasta in Soup: Add the uncooked pasta directly into the pot. Simmer the soup, uncovered, checking the pasta package instructions for cooking time (usually around 8-12 minutes), until the pasta is tender but still firm to the bite.
- Serve and Garnish: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and top each serving with shredded mozzarella cheese. Garnish with chopped fresh basil to add a fresh, aromatic finish. Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- Use small pasta shapes like shells or elbow macaroni for best texture in soup.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute ground beef with cooked lentils or plant-based meat alternatives and use vegetable broth.
- Adjust salt to taste depending on the saltiness of the broth used.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat gently to avoid overcooking pasta.
- Can add additional vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
