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Italian Lasagna Soup with Sausage and Ground Beef

A comforting dish that brings the joy of classic lasagna into an easy-to-make soup form, perfect for family dinners on chilly days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meat and Vegetables
  • 1 lb ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey.
  • 1/2 lb Italian sausage Can be replaced with turkey sausage for a lighter version.
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
Liquid Ingredients
  • 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 4 cups beef broth
Pasta and Dairy
  • 2 cups pasta (such as lasagna noodles, broken into pieces) Can use penne or shells.
  • 2 cups ricotta cheese Add more for a creamier texture.
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded For topping.
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese For topping.
Seasonings
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • Fresh basil for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, brown the ground beef and Italian sausage over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until the onion is soft.
Cooking
  1. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, beef broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
  2. Add the pasta, reduce heat, and simmer until pasta is tender.
  3. Stir in ricotta cheese until melted and mixed thoroughly.
Serving
  1. Serve hot, topped with mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, and fresh basil.

Notes

For a healthier version, use ground turkey instead of beef and sausage. You can add more vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition. Adjust the seasoning according to your taste. If you like it spicy, consider adding red pepper flakes. To store leftovers, let the soup cool down to room temperature. Transfer it to an airtight container and keep it in the refrigerator. It can stay fresh for up to 3 days. If you want to keep it longer, you can freeze the soup.