🍲 Hearty Lasagna Soup – One-Pot Comfort Food

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Servings: 6
Calories per serving: ~390

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📝 Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1/2 tsp salt & 1/4 tsp pepper
• 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper (optional)
• 8–10 broken lasagna noodles
• 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
• Fresh basil or parsley (for garnish)

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👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ In a large pot, cook ground beef and onion over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.

2️⃣ Stir in garlic and tomato paste, cook for 1 minute. Add crushed & diced tomatoes, broth, and seasonings.

3️⃣ Bring to a boil. Add broken lasagna noodles and cook uncovered for 10–12 minutes, or until tender.

4️⃣ Stir in a little ricotta or dollop into bowls when serving. Mix in mozzarella and Parmesan right before serving for extra cheesiness.

5️⃣ Ladle into bowls and top with fresh herbs, extra cheese, or more ricotta if desired.

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🍯 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• All the flavors of lasagna in one comforting bowl
• Cooks in under 40 minutes, one pot only!
• Cheesy, rich, and satisfying
• Easy to customize: use turkey, veggie broth, or spinach!