– 1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage
– 1 onion, chopped
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
– 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
– 8 ounces uncooked lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
– 1 tablespoon dried basil
– 1 tablespoon dried oregano
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1 cup ricotta cheese
– 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
– ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
– Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish
Creating delicious One Pot Lasagna Soup is straightforward. Just follow these easy steps:
1. Brown the Meat: In a large pot, over medium heat, brown the ground beef or Italian sausage. Drain excess fat if necessary.
2. Sauté the Aromatics: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot. Cook until the onion is translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
3. Combine Ingredients: Pour in the crushed tomatoes and broth, stirring well to combine. Add the broken lasagna noodles, dried basil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
4. Simmer: Bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and let it simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the noodles are tender.
5. Prepare the Cheese: While the soup is simmering, mix the ricotta cheese with half of the shredded mozzarella cheese in a bowl. Set aside.
6. Finish the Soup: Once the noodles are cooked, remove the pot from heat. Stir in the ricotta and mozzarella mixture until well incorporated.
7. Serve and Garnish: Ladle the hot soup into bowls. Top each serving with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil or parsley for an added touch.
Following these steps will get you a soul-warming bowl of One Pot Lasagna Soup in no time!