– 1 lb ground beef – 1 onion, chopped – 3 cloves garlic, minced – 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes – 4 cups beef broth – 1 tsp Italian seasoning – 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes – 8 lasagna noodles, broken – 1 cup ricotta cheese – 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese – 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese – Salt and pepper to taste – Fresh basil for garnish
In a large pot, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain fat, then add chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook until softened.
Stir in crushed tomatoes, beef broth, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally.
Break lasagna noodles into pieces and add to the pot. Simmer uncovered, stirring often, until noodles are tender, about 10–12 minutes.
Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the thickness by adding a little more broth if needed to reach your desired consistency.
In a small bowl, mix ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese together. This will be the creamy, cheesy topping for your lasagna soup.
To serve, ladle soup into bowls. Top each serving with a big scoop of the cheese mixture and sprinkle with fresh chopped basil if desired.
Enjoy the comforting flavors of lasagna in a cozy soup form! Perfect for chilly days and easy to customize with your favorite pasta or seasonings.