Easy Creamy Lasagna Soup
This cozy one-pot soup has everything you love about traditional lasagna in a warm, creamy bowl. Made with ground beef, tender lasagna noodles, rich tomato broth, and plenty of melty cheese, it’s the perfect weeknight comfort meal. Ready in just 40 minutes, this family-friendly recipe is a hit with kids and adults alike, making it the ultimate easy dinner idea for busy nights.
Easy Creamy Lasagna Soup
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven. Add onion and cook until soft and fragrant.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned. Stir in garlic, red pepper flakes, oregano, and 1 teaspoon salt. Mix in tomato paste.
- Pour in pasta sauce, diced tomatoes, and chicken broth. Bring mixture to a boil.
- Stir in lasagna noodles. Reduce heat and simmer until noodles are tender (12–14 minutes). Add remaining salt to taste.
- Stir in heavy cream for richness. Add more broth if a thinner soup is preferred.
- Ladle soup into bowls. Garnish with mozzarella, parmesan, ricotta, and fresh basil. Serve immediately.
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Made with ground beef for hearty flavor .
Quick cooking time, ready in under 40 minutes.
Creamy, cheesy, and comforting like baked lasagna but easier.
Perfect for meal prep, leftovers, or busy weeknight dinners.
Can be made on the stovetop, in the Instant Pot, or in a slow cooker.
Ingredients for Creamy Lasagna Soup
For the soup:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 1 pound ground beef (you can swap with ground chicken for lighter flavor)
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 25 ounces tomato basil pasta sauce
- 28 ounces diced canned tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken broth (plus extra if you prefer thinner soup)
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided, or more to taste
- 12 lasagna noodles, uncooked and broken into 2″ pieces
- ½ cup heavy cream (optional for extra creaminess)
For garnishes:
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- ½ cup ricotta cheese
- 6 tablespoons fresh basil, finely chopped
How to Make Easy Creamy Lasagna Soup
Step 1: Sauté the aromatics
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven. Add onion and cook until soft and fragrant.
Step 2: Brown the beef
Add the ground beef and cook until fully browned. Stir in garlic, red pepper flakes, oregano, and 1 teaspoon salt. Mix in tomato paste until well combined.
Step 3: Build the soup base
Pour in tomato pasta sauce, diced tomatoes, and chicken broth. Bring mixture to a boil.
Step 4: Add noodles
Stir in the broken lasagna noodles. Lower heat and let simmer until noodles are tender (about 12-14 minutes). Add remaining salt to taste.
Step 5: Stir in cream
Add heavy cream for richness. For a thinner soup, stir in an extra cup of chicken broth.
Step 6: Garnish and serve
Ladle into bowls and top generously with mozzarella, parmesan, ricotta, and fresh basil. Enjoy immediately!
Practical Tips for Making Lasagna Soup
- Use dried lasagna noodles, not oven-ready. Oven-ready noodles tend to get too mushy in soup.
- For extra cheesy flavor, stir in a handful of mozzarella directly into the soup before serving.
- Want a lighter version? Use ground chicken instead of beef and swap heavy cream for half-and-half.
- Freeze leftovers without the cream and cheese, then add fresh dairy when reheating.
Bonus Ideas
- Add extra veggies like spinach, bell peppers, or zucchini for a nutrient boost.
- Make it spicy with more red pepper flakes or even a dash of hot sauce.
- Turn it into a “Lasagna Casserole Soup” by baking it in a casserole dish with a thick layer of melted cheese on top.
This creamy lasagna soup is pure comfort food in a bowl, perfect for family dinners, cozy nights in, or meal prepping for your week. Pin this recipe now to save it for later, and share it with a friend who loves quick, hearty meals!
