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Easy Creamy Lasagna Soup – All the Flavors of Lasagna in One Cozy Bowl

If you love lasagna but don’t always have the time or patience to layer pasta, cheese, and sauce, this Easy Creamy Lasagna Soup is the perfect solution. It delivers everything you adore about classic lasagna — hearty beef, rich tomato sauce, tender noodles, fragrant herbs, and creamy cheeses — but in a warm, cozy, spoonable bowl of comfort. This recipe transforms traditional lasagna flavors into an effortless soup that comes together in one pot. The ground beef simmers in a robust tomato broth infused with basil, oregano, garlic, onion, and crushed tomatoes. As the broken lasagna noodles cook directly in the soup, they release starches that naturally thicken the broth. Finally, a trio of ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan swirls in for irresistibly creamy, cheesy richness. Perfect for family dinners, meal prep, or chilly nights, this creamy lasagna soup offers everything we love about comfort food: hearty, warm, nostalgic, and deeply satisfying — with minimal effort and maximum flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meat
  • 1 lb ground beef
Vegetables & Aromatics
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 5 garlic cloves minced
  • 6 tablespoons fresh basil chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 28 oz canned tomatoes crushed or diced
Broth & Liquids
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
Sauces
  • 25 oz tomato basil pasta sauce
Seasonings
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional for heat
Oils
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
Dairy
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan
  • ½ cup ricotta cheese
Pasta
  • 12 lasagna noodles uncooked and broken into 2-inch pieces

Equipment

  • Large soup pot or Dutch oven
  • Wooden spoon
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • Ladle

Method
 

Step 1 — Brown the beef
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
  2. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
  3. Drain excess fat if needed.
Step 2 — Sauté aromatics
  1. Add onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
  2. Stir in garlic and cook 1 minute more.
  3. Add oregano, basil (reserve some for garnish), and red pepper flakes.
Step 3 — Build the tomato broth
  1. Add canned tomatoes, tomato basil pasta sauce, and tomato paste.
  2. Pour in chicken broth.
  3. Stir well to combine.
Step 4 — Add pasta
  1. Bring the soup to a boil.
  2. Add broken lasagna noodles.
  3. Reduce heat and simmer 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally until noodles are tender.
Step 5 — Make it creamy
  1. Stir in heavy cream.
  2. Add mozzarella and Parmesan, stirring until melted into the broth.
Step 6 — Finish with ricotta
  1. Spoon ricotta into the pot or dollop on top of each serving.
  2. Top with extra basil.
Step 7 — Serve hot
  1. Ladle into bowls and enjoy lasagna in cozy soup form.

Notes

🧊 Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Keeps 3–4 days.
Add broth or water when reheating — noodles thicken over time.
Freezer
Freeze without noodles and dairy for up to 3 months.
Add pasta and cheeses after reheating.
Reheating
Warm on low heat.
Add extra broth if it becomes too thick.
🥄 Variations
1. Extra Cheesy Lasagna Soup
Add an extra ½ cup mozzarella.
2. Veggie-Loaded Version
Add spinach, zucchini, mushrooms, or bell peppers.
3. Spicy Italian Style
Increase red pepper flakes or add chili oil.
4. Meat Lovers
Add cooked chicken sausage (pork-free).
5. Cream-Free
Skip heavy cream for a lighter broth.
6. Gluten-Free
Use gluten-free lasagna noodles.
7. Blended Tomato Base
Blend the canned tomatoes for a smoother soup.
8. Ricotta Swirl
Mix ricotta with herbs and dollop on top.
9. Low-Carb Version
Replace noodles with zucchini ribbons.
10. Brothier Lasagna Soup
Add 1–2 cups extra chicken broth.
❓ 10 FAQs
1. Can I use another meat?
Yes — ground turkey or chicken works well.
2. Can I add the noodles later?
Yes — add them just before serving to avoid over-softening.
3. Why break the lasagna noodles?
It gives the soup the classic lasagna look and texture.
4. Can I make it spicy?
Increase red pepper flakes or add chili oil.
5. Can I freeze this soup?
Yes — freeze before adding noodles and dairy.
6. What tomatoes should I use?
Crushed tomatoes give the best texture.
7. Can I make it dairy-free?
Use coconut milk and skip the cheeses (flavor changes).
8. What if the soup becomes too thick?
Add broth or hot water until desired consistency.
9. Can I cook the noodles separately?
Yes — ideal for meal prepping.
10. How do I make it richer?
Add more ricotta or mozzarella.
🏁 Conclusion
This Easy Creamy Lasagna Soup is everything you love about traditional lasagna — hearty beef, rich tomato flavor, creamy cheeses, soft noodles, and fragrant herbs — all transformed into one comforting bowl. It’s quick, satisfying, deeply flavorful, and perfect for feeding your family or enjoying leftovers for days. One pot, minimum effort, maximum comfort. This is lasagna made simple, cozy, and incredibly delicious.