Description
Warm up your weeknights with this comforting Spinach Lasagna Soup. It captures all the cheesy, tomato-rich goodness of traditional lasagna but skips the tedious layering process. Perfect for busy families or a cozy weekend dinner, this recipe comes together in under an hour without sacrificing any flavor. Whether you’re craving a hearty meal or need a meal-prep friendly dinner that tastes even better the next day, this soup is a true game-changer.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef (or ground chicken)
1 small onion, finely diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
4 cups beef broth
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried basil
8 oz lasagna noodles, broken into bite-sized pieces
3 cups fresh baby spinach
1 cup ricotta cheese
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
In a large pot, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat until no longer pink. Drain any excess fat.
Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes, beef broth, oregano, and basil. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Add the broken lasagna noodles. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for about 10-12 minutes, or until the noodles are tender.
Stir in the fresh baby spinach and cook for 2 minutes until wilted.
In a small bowl, whisk the ricotta and parmesan together. When serving, ladle soup into bowls and top with a dollop of the ricotta mixture and a sprinkle of mozzarella.
Notes
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. The noodles will absorb broth over time; add a splash of water when reheating.
Substitutions: Use ground chicken for a leaner soup or vegetable stock for a vegetarian version.
Noodle Trick: To make ahead, cook the noodles separately and add them to individual bowls to prevent them from becoming mushy.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Recipes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 65mg