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The Best Lasagna Soup Recipe

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This Best Lasagna Soup Recipe offers all the comforting flavors of classic lasagna in a hearty, easy-to-make soup. Featuring ground beef, Italian seasonings, marinara sauce, pasta, and creamy cheeses, it’s a perfect weeknight dinner that can be prepared on the stovetop, slow cooker, or Instant Pot.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb extra-lean ground beef
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1 (650mL) jar marinara sauce
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 cups dried mafalda pasta (or rotini)
  • 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
  • Fresh parsley or basil, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Brown the beef: In a large pot or skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until it is browned and cooked through, approximately 5 minutes.
  2. Sauté aromatics: Add diced onion and minced garlic to the beef; sauté together for an additional 2-3 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
  3. Add seasonings and liquids: Stir in Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, marinara sauce, and beef broth. Mix well to combine all ingredients.
  4. Cook pasta (stovetop): Add dried mafalda pasta, bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for about 20 minutes, or until pasta is tender.
  5. Serve with cheeses: Ladle the soup into bowls, sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese, and add a dollop of ricotta cheese on top.
  6. Garnish and enjoy: Finish with fresh parsley or basil as desired and serve hot.
  7. Slow cooker option: Brown beef, onions, and garlic in skillet, transfer to slow cooker with remaining ingredients except pasta and cheeses. Cook on high for 4 hours or low for 8 hours. Add pasta in the last 30 minutes. Top with cheeses before serving.
  8. Instant Pot option: Use sauté feature to brown beef, onions, and garlic for 5 minutes. Add remaining ingredients and submerge pasta under liquid. Cook on high pressure for 3 minutes, then quick release. Serve topped with cheeses and herbs.

Notes

  • Use mafalda pasta for an authentic lasagna noodle experience; rotini is a good substitute if unavailable.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste, especially salt and pepper.
  • Fresh herbs like parsley or basil add a bright fresh flavor as a garnish.
  • Ricotta and mozzarella cheeses can be substituted with any preferred Italian cheeses.
  • The soup thickens as it sits; add extra beef broth or water if reheating.
  • This recipe is versatile for stovetop, slow cooker, or Instant Pot preparations.

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