This Hearty Beef Lasagna Soup is a delicious and comforting meal that combines the flavors of traditional lasagna with the heartiness of a soup. Made with ground beef, tomatoes, pasta, and a blend of Italian spices, this soup will warm you up on a cold day. It's easy to make and perfect for a cozy family dinner or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 cups water
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Directions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Remove the beef from the pot and set aside.
- In the same pot, add the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
- Add the diced tomatoes, crushed tomatoes, beef broth, water, dried basil, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Add the broken lasagna noodles to the pot and cook until al dente, about 10 minutes.
- Return the cooked ground beef to the pot and stir to combine.
- To serve, ladle the soup into bowls and top with shredded mozzarella cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, and fresh parsley.
- Enjoy the delicious and comforting Hearty Beef Lasagna Soup!
Interesting Facts
Lasagna soup is a popular variation of traditional lasagna, loved for its heartiness and simplicity.
This recipe can also be made with ground turkey or Italian sausage for different flavor profiles.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated for future meals.