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Lasagna Soup

Bowl of Lasagna Soup

Enjoy the comforting flavors of lasagna in a bowl with this easy Lasagna Soup. This hearty and flavorful soup is perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound Italian sausage, removed from casings
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 8 ounces lasagna noodles, broken into bite-sized pieces
  • 15 ounces ricotta cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the Italian sausage over medium-high heat, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add the onion, garlic, and red bell pepper to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, chicken broth, beef broth, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. Add the lasagna noodles to the pot and cook until tender, about 10-12 minutes.
  5. While the soup is simmering, mix together the ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, and parsley in a small bowl.
  6. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with a spoonful of the ricotta cheese mixture. Serve immediately.

Notes

For an extra layer of flavor, top with a dollop of pesto or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes.