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One Pot Lasagna Soup

This dish combines the flavors and textures of traditional lasagna into a hearty soup. It involves sautéing aromatics, browning ground meat, and simmering pasta and vegetables in broth until tender, resulting in a thick, layered soup with melted cheese topping.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • Olive oil 1 tablespoon: Helps Sauté aromatics and build flavor
  • Yellow onion 1 medium diced: Adds Sweet savory base depth
  • Garlic 2 cloves minced: Brings Warm aromatic richness
  • Ground beef 1 pound: Provides Hearty protein texture
  • Diced tomatoes 1 can 14.5 oz with juice: Creates Tangy tomato broth base
  • Beef or chicken broth 5 cups: Forms savory soup consistency and prevents over-thickening
  • Ditalini pasta 1 cup uncooked: Adds Tender bite-sized texture
  • Dried basil 1 teaspoon: Enhances Classic Italian herb flavor
  • Dried oregano 0.5 teaspoon: Adds Earthy aromatic notes
  • Salt and pepper to taste: Balances Overall seasoning
  • Mozzarella cheese 1 cup shredded: Provides Gooey cheesy topping
  • Ricotta cheese optional dollop for serving: Adds classic lasagna creaminess
  • Fresh basil 2 tablespoons chopped: Adds Bright herbal garnish

Equipment

  • Large soup pot
  • Wooden spoon
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Ladle

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat.
  2. Add diced onion and sauté until softened and lightly golden for deeper flavor.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and cook briefly.
  4. Add ground beef and brown thoroughly.
  5. Drain excess fat if needed.
  6. Pour in diced tomatoes with their juice.
  7. Add broth and bring mixture to a simmer.
  8. Stir in dried basil and oregano.
  9. Add uncooked pasta to the pot.
  10. Simmer gently over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until pasta is just tender.
  11. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  12. Ladle soup into bowls and top with mozzarella, then cover the bowl for 1 minute to allow the cheese to soften and melt slightly, and fresh basil.