Cozy, Cheesy One-Pot Comfort
If you love classic lasagna but don’t have time to layer and bake, this lasagna soup recipe is your new weeknight hero. It has all the rich Italian flavors you crave — tender noodles, seasoned beef, tomato broth, and creamy cheese — in one cozy bowl. Perfect for chilly evenings, busy families, or meal prep, this one-pot comfort food comes together faster than traditional lasagna and tastes just as satisfying. Top it with a dollop of ricotta and fresh basil for that irresistible finish. It’s hearty, cheesy, and guaranteed to warm you up!
⏱️ Time Breakdown
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Servings: 6 servings
📝 Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 (24-ounce) jar marinara sauce
- 4 cups beef broth
- 8 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
- ½ cup heavy cream (optional, for richness)
Cheese Topping:
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil (optional)
✨ Kitchen Tools You’ll Need
This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.
- Large soup pot or Dutch oven
- Wooden spoon
- Sharp knife
- Cutting board
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Ladle
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
- Brown the beef.
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook 5–6 minutes until browned, breaking it into small crumbles. - Add aromatics.
Stir in diced onion and cook 3 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant 😊 - Build flavor.
Stir in tomato paste, Italian seasoning, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook 1 minute to deepen the flavor. - Add liquids.
Pour in marinara sauce and beef broth. Bring to a gentle boil. - Cook the noodles.
Add broken lasagna noodles and simmer 10–12 minutes until tender. Stir occasionally so they don’t stick. - Make it creamy (optional).
Stir in heavy cream for a slightly richer, silkier broth. - Prepare cheese topping.
In a small bowl, mix ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan. - Serve & garnish.
Ladle soup into bowls and top with a generous spoonful of cheese mixture. The heat will melt it beautifully 🧀✨ Sprinkle with fresh basil.
💡 Pro Tips
- Meal prep: Store noodles separately if making ahead to prevent them from soaking up too much broth.
- Storage: Refrigerate up to 4 days in an airtight container.
- Freeze: Freeze without noodles for best texture (up to 2 months).
- Make it lighter: Swap heavy cream for milk or skip it entirely.
🔄 Variations
- Add spinach or zucchini for extra veggies.
- Use ground chicken instead of beef.
- Make it spicy with red pepper flakes.
- Try cottage cheese instead of ricotta for extra protein.
❓ FAQ
Can I use oven-ready lasagna noodles?
Yes, they soften beautifully in the soup.
Why is my soup too thick?
Lasagna noodles absorb broth. Add extra broth when reheating.
Can I make it in a slow cooker?
Yes! Brown beef first, then cook on low 4–6 hours, adding noodles in the last 30 minutes.