Description
Hey there, busy moms and fabulous foodies! If you’ve ever wished for a cozy meal that hugs you back, then let me introduce you to my Delicious Cheesy Lasagna Soup. This dish is like a warm, cheesy hug in a bowl, perfect for those chilly evenings or when you just can’t deal with a complicated recipe after a long day. It’s an easy, hearty dinner that can impress guests, calm the kids, and leave you smiling—what more could you ask for?
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 8 oz lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: In a large pot, heat your stove over medium heat and throw in that ground beef. Cook until it’s beautifully browned. We want all those flavorful bits! Once it’s browned, drain any excess fat. Nobody likes a greasy soup!
- Sauté the Veggies: Add the diced onion and minced garlic to your pot. Cook them until the onion is translucent and fragrant. This is where your kitchen will start smelling like a five-star restaurant!
- Add the Broth & Sauce: Pour in the beef broth and the marinara sauce. Now, sprinkle in the dried basil and oregano. Give it all a good stir, then bring to a bubbly boil. Ahh, can you feel the excitement?
- Noodle Time: Toss the broken lasagna noodles into the pot. Reduce the heat to a gentle simmer, and let everything cook until the noodles are tender, about 10-12 minutes. Perfect time to tidy up or pour yourself a glass of wine, right?
- Cheesy Finish: Stir in the ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses. Watch as they melt into a creamy hug for the soup. Finally, feel free to season with some salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve & Garnish: Serve your soup hot, garnished with fresh basil. Your family will swoon over this dreamy dish!
Notes
- Don’t worry if your sauce looks a little lumpy—it’s all part of the magic! Those little bits are where the flavor hangs out.
- If you want to make it vegetarian, you can easily swap the ground beef for something meatless, like lentils or a plant-based ground “beef.”