⭐ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- One pot = easy cleanup
- Much cheaper than making layered lasagna
- Ready in about 35 minutes
- Freezer-friendly
- Extremely filling
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 6–8)
Soup Base
- 1 lb ground beef (or Italian sausage for extra flavor)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
- 1 can (14–15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken or beef broth
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
Cheese Topping
- 1 cup ricotta
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella
- ½ cup grated parmesan
- Optional: fresh basil or parsley
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Brown the Meat
4
- In a large pot, cook the ground beef over medium heat.
- Add onion and garlic; cook until softened.
- Drain excess grease if needed.
2️⃣ Build the Flavor
4
- Stir in marinara, diced tomatoes, broth, and Italian seasoning.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer 10–15 minutes.
3️⃣ Cook the Noodles
4
- Add broken lasagna noodles.
- Simmer about 10 minutes until tender.
💡 Tip: Stir occasionally so noodles don’t stick.
4️⃣ Add the Cheese Magic
4
- Ladle soup into bowls.
- Top each serving with ricotta, mozzarella, and parmesan.
- Let the cheese melt slightly — it creates that classic lasagna texture!
🔥 Budget Tips
✅ Swap beef for ground turkey to save money
✅ Use oven-ready noodles — often cheaper
✅ Cottage cheese works instead of ricotta
✅ Add spinach or zucchini to stretch servings
🥖 What to Serve With It
- Garlic bread
- Side salad
- Toasted baguette
- Even grilled cheese for ultimate comfort food
❄️ Storage
- Fridge: Up to 4 days
- Freeze: Without noodles for best texture
- Add fresh pasta when reheating
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