Name: Lasagna Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1-2 tablespoons Olive Oil (or preferred oil); 1 pound Ground Beef; 1 large Onion (diced); 4 cloves Garlic (minced); 1 (15-ounce can) Diced Tomatoes (don't drain); 1 (15-ounce can) Tomato Sauce (or tomato puree); 1/3 cup Tomato Paste (about half of a 6-ounce can); 4 cups Chicken Broth; 1-2 cups Water (to adjust consistency); 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning; 1 teaspoon Sea Salt (or more as needed to adjust flavor); Black Pepper (to taste); 8 ounces Bowtie Pasta (uncooked); 1/2 cup Ricotta Cheese; 2 ounces Mozzarella Cheese (shredded about 1/2 cup); 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese (shaved, shredded, or fresh grated); 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley (chopped)

Description

Warm up your evenings with this delightful Lasagna Soup, a quick and easy take on classic lasagna flavors. This cozy dish features a rich tomato broth, tender pasta, and creamy cheese that come together in just 45 minutes. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, each spoonful is packed with savory goodness that will please everyone at the table. Customize with your favorite vegetables or proteins for a unique twist, and enjoy the convenience of freezer-friendly leftovers. Dive into this comforting bowl of deliciousness tonight!

Ingredients

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1–2 tablespoons Olive Oil (or preferred oil)
1 pound Ground Beef
1 large Onion (diced)
4 cloves Garlic (minced)
1 (15-ounce can) Diced Tomatoes (don't drain)
1 (15-ounce can) Tomato Sauce (or tomato puree)
1/3 cup Tomato Paste (about half of a 6-ounce can)
4 cups Chicken Broth
1–2 cups Water (to adjust consistency)
1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning
1 teaspoon Sea Salt (or more as needed to adjust flavor)
Black Pepper (to taste)
8 ounces Bowtie Pasta (uncooked)
1/2 cup Ricotta Cheese
2 ounces Mozzarella Cheese (shredded about 1/2 cup)
1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese (shaved, shredded, or fresh grated)
1/4 cup Fresh Parsley (chopped)

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Instructions

In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté diced onion until translucent, then add minced garlic until fragrant.
Add ground beef and cook until browned, draining excess fat as necessary.
Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, chicken broth, and water to adjust consistency. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
Bring to a boil; then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
Add uncooked bowtie pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
Serve hot topped with ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan cheese, and chopped parsley.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
Calories: 380
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 860mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 23g
Cholesterol: 55mg