Easy Lasagna Soup Recipe (2024)

This Lasagna Soup recipe is sponsored by Prego. All opinions are my own.

This EASY Lasagna Soup tastes just like lasagna without all the layering or dishes! – you might never go back to traditional lasagna again – I won’t!

This One Pot Lasagna Soup recipe can’t get any easier or more delicious! It boasts layers of cheesy noodles smothered in rich marinara infused with garlic, onion and Italian spices all smothered Parmesan, mozzarella and ricotta – drool – and all you have to do is brown your beef, dump in the ingredients and simmer away!

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This Lasagna Soup Recipe can’t get any easier!

I looooove Italian food or even anything resembling Italian food from myItalian Vegetable Soup, Tomato Basil Soup, Million Dollar Baked Penne, Million Dollar Macaroni and Cheese Casserole,Zuppa Toscana Soup, Minestrone Soup and everything in between! And while lasagna is technically Italian, it has to be one of America’s favorite foods – and one of my favorite foods! For being a favorite, however, I hardly ever make traditional lasagna – so sad. I just can’t get into the time-consuming, tedious, layering.

But now, I am thrilled to introduce my “can’t-get-any-easier,” One Pot Lasagna Soup!I made this soup twice in a week because I am SO in love with it-and so is my very honest critic, Patrick, who lived in Italy for two years. Sometimes he is a little too honest, but he tells me it’s a good thing, because then I know when he really, really loves something. So as he sat spooning this Lasagna Soup into his mouth, repeating “So good, you nailed it. Insane, taste just like lasagna…,” I knew it was going in my back pocket of easy, “Patrick approved”, delicious recipes.

And it belongs in your back pocket too for all those busy nights when everyone is starting to get hangry (AKA hungry and tired) or simply any time you want to devour something extraordinary.

Why you’ll love this Lasagna Soup

  • EASY ONE POT RECIPE.No tedious layering – dump the ingredients together and simmer!
  • TASTES LIKE LASAGNA.Lasagna noodles are cradled in a beefy marinara broth, then cradled with Parmesan, mozzarella, and ricotta.
  • ADEPTLY SEASONED.Onions, garlic, red pepper flakes, Italian seasonings, and a splash of balsamic create a symphony of flavors.
  • SIMMERED TO PERFECTION.The noodles emerge delightfully al dente.
  • CUSTOMIZABLE.You don’t have to use lasagna noodles! Use whatever pasta you have on hand, add veggies, use turkey or chicken sausage, go light on the cheeses or pile it on, etc.

What you’ll need for Easy Lasagna Soup

  • Lasagna Noodles: Use regular lasagna noodles -NOT no boil lasagna noodles. Break the noodles into 1-2” pieces – they do not have to be perfect!
  • Beef:Use lean ground beef, or for extra flavor, use half beef, half Italian sausage.
  • Onion: Use one yellow onion diced small so the pieces soften quickly.
  • Garlic: I use 5 garlic cloves but you can use more or less depending on your garlic love.
  • Marinara sauce:Use one 24-ounce jar of your favorite marinara sauce. Use Prego as pictured, or my new favorite Rao’s brand which you can purchase onAmazon HERE.
  • Crushed tomatoes:I recommend San Marzano tomatoes from the brands San Marzano, Cento and Muir Glen. They are highly prized for their sweet, intense tomatoey flavor and lower acidity.
  • Tomato paste: Tip! Freeze leftover tomato paste by the tablespoon wrapped in parchment paper.
  • Chicken broth:Use low sodium chicken broth so the soup isn’t too salty.
  • Herbs and spices: This Lasagna Soup is seasoned to perfection with dried basil, thyme, oregano, and parsley, salt and a bay leaf.
  • Red pepper flakes: A pinch of red pepper flakes adds an extra kick but will not make the soup spicy.
  • Heavy cream:This mellows the acidity while adding a subtle creaminess and thickness to the soup.

Lasagna Soup Variations

  • Pasta:Any small pasta shape will work.
  • Bouillon broth:Use water plus chicken bouillon or chicken base to equal 8-10 cups broth. Omit the salt, then add salt to taste. You may also use vegetable broth but it is not as flavorful.
  • Turkey sausage: Swap the lean ground beef for turkey or chicken sausage. I recommend adding a tablespoon of beef bouillon, reducing the salt, then salting to taste.
  • Italian sausage: Use allItalian sausage for extra flavor. UsehotItalian sausage for a kick!
  • Onion:Fresh is best, but you may substitute with 1 ½ teaspoons onion powder.
  • Garlic:You may substitute with 1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder.
  • Add vegetables:Carrots, celery, bell peppers, zucchini, green beans, spinach, etc. would all be tasty.

Best pot for soup

A large, 7-9 quart Dutch oven is ideal for making soup due to its capacity, heat distribution, heat retention, versatility, and durability. Its size allows for cooking large quantities of soup, while its even heat distribution ensures consistent cooking throughout. The cast iron is extremely durable while its enameled finish makes for easy cleanup.

My recommendation:Le Creuset offers an expensiveDutch oven (pictured in all my soup recipes)or a less expensiveChef’s ovenwith sloped sides (also great for soups). Alternatively, there are several less expensive options on Amazon like thishighly rated one from Lodge.

How to Make Lasagna Soup

To make this One Pot Lasagna Soup, simply brown your beef (or half Italian sausage if you like), onions and garlic…

Then add all your remaining ingredients – Prego Traditional Italian Sauce, crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, spices…

And lasagna noodles!

Now the list of ingredients might seem long, but you are just dumping and running as the sauce simmers, cooking the noodles, and infusing the whole soup with Prego Italian goodness that smells nothing less than heavenly! Prego not only elevates this One Pot Lasagna Soup and can be the answer to your weeknight dinner dilemma without sacrificing any flavor! Prego boasts rich flavor from real ingredients – no more bland, boring dinners!

Finally, top your soup with ricotta, mozzarella and Parmesan – as little or as MUCH as you like and start slurping and shoveling, then repeat.

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How to serve Lasagne Soup

Serving Lasagna Soup is where the fun is at! Ladle the soup into bowls, then top with desired amount of mozzarella, Parmesan and a dollop of ricotta. Stir the cheeses into the hot soup to melt and mingle with the noodles. Finish it off with a side ofCaesar Saladandgarlic bread!

Lasagna Soup Recipe Easy storage

Storage:Store Lasagna Soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 4-5 days.

To reheat:You may need to add a splash of broth before reheating.Reheat large batches on the stove over medium heat, or microwave for90 seconds, stir, then continue to microwave for 20-second intervals, if needed.

Can you freeze lasagna soup?

I do not recommend freezing Lasagna Soup because the noodles can become mushy once thawed. If you would like to freeze the soup, omit the noodles and reduce the broth. When ready to enjoy, cook the lasagna noodles separately and add them to the thawed, warmed soup.

If you love this One Pot Lasagna Soup, as I’m sure you will, be sure to check out my One Pot White Chicken Lasagna Soup withcheesy layers of noodles smothered in velvety Italian spiced Parmesan infused sauce as well as myChicken Parmesan,Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta, and Shrimp Fettuccine! All warm, comforting, delectable dinners to satisfy those cheesy Italian cravings!

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  • Mexican Chicken Corn Chowder
  • Italian Vegetable Soup
  • Tomato Basil Soup

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One Pot Lasagna Soup Recipe (Easy!)

This EASY Lasagna Soup tastes just like lasagna with layers of cheesy noodles smothered in rich marinara infused with garlic, onion and Italian spices all smothered Parmesan, mozzarella and ricotta – drool – and all you have to do is brown your beef, dump in the ingredients and simmer away! You might never go back to traditional lasagna again!

Servings: 6 -8 servings

Total Time: 50 minutes mins

Prep Time: 10 minutes mins

Cook Time: 40 minutes mins

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Ingredients

Cheese Garnish

  • shredded mozzarella cheese
  • freshly finely grated Parmesan cheese
  • ricotta cheese

Instructions

  • Heat large Dutch oven/large soup pot over medium high heat. Add beef and onion and cook, stirring occasionally until beef is browned. Add garlic and red pepper flakes and saute for 30 seconds. Drain off any excess fat.

  • Add Prego Sauce, 6 cups chicken broth, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, balsamic vinegar, sugar, spices, bay leaf and lasagna noodles. Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer until lasagna noodles are tender, stirring occasionally (approximately 20-30 minutes).

  • Discard bay leaf and stir in heavy cream (optional) and 2-4 cups chicken broth to reach desired consistency. Garnish individual servings with desired amount of cheeses.

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Notes

*I love lasagna noodles in this recipe – they are slurpilicious! You can also replace the noodles with 2 ½ cups uncooked small shells if desired and simmer for less time.
**If you want to omit the heavy cream but still would like a thicker soup then I suggest whisking 2 teaspoons cornstarch with some of the chicken broth and adding to the soup to simmer and thicken.

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One Pot Lasagna Soup Recipe (Easy!)

This EASY Lasagna Soup tastes just like lasagna with layers of cheesy noodles smothered in rich marinara infused with garlic, onion and Italian spices all smothered Parmesan, mozzarella and ricotta – drool – and all you have to do is brown your beef, dump in the ingredients and simmer away! You might never go back to traditional lasagna again!

Servings: 6 -8 servings

Total Time: 50 minutes mins

Prep Time: 10 minutes mins

Cook Time: 40 minutes mins

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Ingredients

Cheese Garnish

  • shredded mozzarella cheese
  • freshly finely grated Parmesan cheese
  • ricotta cheese

Instructions

  • Heat large Dutch oven/large soup pot over medium high heat. Add beef and onion and cook, stirring occasionally until beef is browned. Add garlic and red pepper flakes and saute for 30 seconds. Drain off any excess fat.

  • Add Prego Sauce, 6 cups chicken broth, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, balsamic vinegar, sugar, spices, bay leaf and lasagna noodles. Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer until lasagna noodles are tender, stirring occasionally (approximately 20-30 minutes).

  • Discard bay leaf and stir in heavy cream (optional) and 2-4 cups chicken broth to reach desired consistency. Garnish individual servings with desired amount of cheeses.

Video

Notes

*I love lasagna noodles in this recipe – they are slurpilicious! You can also replace the noodles with 2 ½ cups uncooked small shells if desired and simmer for less time.
**If you want to omit the heavy cream but still would like a thicker soup then I suggest whisking 2 teaspoons cornstarch with some of the chicken broth and adding to the soup to simmer and thicken.

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Easy Lasagna Soup Recipe (2024)

FAQs

Can you boil no boil lasagna noodles? ›

Yes, you can absolutely boil your lasagna noodles – even the oven-ready type. I prefer to par-boil (partially boil) oven-ready dried noodles for lasagna for 3-5 minutes before they become “al dente”. Al dente is an Italian term that literally means 'to the tooth'.

What not to do when making lasagna? ›

Too much between one layer and another will keep you from ever getting a perfect slice. Too little and all you'll taste is pasta. Do not put large pieces of vegetables or meat in lasagna for the same reason as above. To get a perfect lasagna, the filling should be finely sliced or even creamy.

Where did lasagna soup originate? ›

Lasagna, famed worldwide, has ancient origins and remains an Italian superstar dish. Basically, lasagna is a baked casserole made with wide flat pasta and layered with fillings such as ragú, bechamel, vegetables and various cheeses. Unsurprisingly, every Italian region has its own traditional recipe.

Should I pre soak no-boil lasagna noodles? ›

As mentioned before, no-boil sheets don't require pre-cooking, but since they are still a form of dried pasta, they need lots of liquid to avoid drying out.

What happens when you boil no-boil lasagna? ›

While you don't need to cook their no-boil noodles for a traditional layered-up lasagna, they advise, "If you are making lasagna roll-ups, you can boil Barilla® Oven-Ready Lasagna for 3-5 minutes, so the sheets become more pliable and can be easily rolled." Ronzoni recommends that their Oven Ready Lasagna noodles be ...

How long to boil oven-ready lasagna noodles? ›

Barilla® Oven-Ready Lasagna does not need to be boiled before cooking. Simply assemble the lasagna dish in an oven-safe dish and then bake. However, if you are making lasagna roll-ups, you can boil Barilla® Oven-Ready Lasagna for 3-5 minutes, so the sheets become more pliable and can be easily rolled.

What's the difference between lasagna and lasagne noodles? ›

Using “Lasagna” or “Lasagne” When Talking About the Noodle

In Italian, lasagna is the singular form of the noun, referring to a single flat sheet of the pasta, while lasagne is the plural form and thus the go-to word for the whole dish, which is made up of many sheets of pasta.

Why do you put milk in lasagna? ›

Milk. It tenderises the meat, to leave you with the most tender ragù.

Should I bake lasagna in glass or metal? ›

Acidic ingredients like tomatoes and citrus can react with aluminum (the most common metal used in bakeware), creating a metallic taste in your food. This is why lasagna and other casseroles with acidic ingredients are often baked in glass.

How many layers should a lasagna have? ›

Then repeat the layers. Top the last layer of your lasagna with sauce and cheese. You can also alternate layers of sauce and ricotta cheese. Most lasagna recipes have two to three layers.

Does real Italian lasagna have ricotta? ›

While ricotta is included in certain varieties of lasagna in Italy, the style that serves as the primary inspiration for American recipes is the one from the region of Emilia Romagna. There, it's traditionally layered with pasta, bolognese, and béchamel—with no ricotta to be found.

What is the difference between Italian lasagna and American lasagna? ›

In case you were wondering: traditional American lasagna uses ricotta cheese and meat sauce as the filling for each layer, while classic Italian lasagna bolognese uses meat sauce and bechamel instead.

Do Italians put meat in their lasagna? ›

Now I'm a northerner, so to me bechamel sauce is a must in lasagne, but down south ricotta is widely used. You can really customize your lasagne, as long as it's layered and baked. Yes, they put minced meat; that's a staple ingredient of ragout sauce for the super classical “Lasagne alla Bolognese”.

What's the difference between no boil and boil lasagna noodles? ›

[No-boil noodles] are par-cooked for convenience, but because they're pre-boiled, they lose their residual surface starch,” explained recipe writer and blogger Jim Mumford of Jim Cooks Food Good. “When you boil lasagna noodles, they will have a thin layer of starch on the outside from the cooking.

What to know about no boil lasagna noodles? ›

Much like "instant rice," no-boil noodles are precooked at the factory. The extruded noodles are run through a water bath and then dehydrated mechanically. During baking, the moisture from the sauce softens, or rehydrates, the noodles, especially when the pan is covered as the lasagna bakes.

Can you boil Barilla gluten free lasagna noodles? ›

Our Gluten Free pasta is safe for individuals with celiac disease or gluten intolerance. No boiling is needed for Barilla® Gluten Free Oven-Ready Lasagne.

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