Lasagna Soup
Looking for a comforting and crowd-pleasing meal that's perfect for a chilly evening? Look no further than this amazing Lasagna Soup! It takes all the best flavors of classic lasagna and transforms them into a hearty, flavorful soup that's ready in under an hour. Plus, it's easily customizable, making it a fantastic and fun Halloween food option. Forget spending hours layering a traditional lasagna – this soup brings all the deliciousness with minimal effort. It's a family favorite and a guaranteed hit with kids and adults alike, especially when you're searching for halloween food ideas!
Equipment
- Large pot or Dutch oven
- Small bowl
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage or a mixture
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 28 ounce can crushed tomatoes
- 15 ounce can tomato sauce
- 4 cups beef broth or chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 ounces lasagna noodles broken into small pieces
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
- Mozzarella cheese shredded for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Brown the Meat: In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef or sausage over medium heat. Drain off any excess grease.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add Tomatoes and Broth: Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth.
- Season the Soup: Add the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Cook the Noodles: Add the broken lasagna noodles to the soup. Cook until the noodles are tender, about 10-12 minutes.
- Add Cheese: In a small bowl, combine the ricotta cheese and Parmesan cheese. Dollop spoonfuls of the cheese mixture into the soup just before serving.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh basil leaves and shredded mozzarella cheese, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy your lasagna soup!
Notes
This Lasagna Soup is quick, easy, and customizable. You can swap meat for turkey or plant-based options, use gluten-free noodles, or add seasonal vegetables like pumpkin puree for a festive Halloween twist.