Hearty One-Pot Lasagna Soup: A Weeknight Favorite (Print Version)
Hearty Lasagna Soup in one pot! Enjoy rich tomato, savory sausage, and tender pasta in this comforting, easy-to-make Lasagna Soup recipe.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: Italian-American
Dietary: Meat, Dairy
# Ingredients:
→ Base Ingredients
01 -
1 lb ground Italian sausage (spicy or mild)
02 -
1 large onion, chopped
03 -
4-5 cloves garlic, minced
→ Flavor Builders
04 -
1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
05 -
1 (6 oz) can tomato paste
06 -
6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
→ Pasta & Dairy
07 -
6-8 lasagna noodles, broken into 1-2 inch pieces
08 -
1/2 cup heavy cream
→ Finishing Touches
09 -
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
10 -
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
11 -
1/2 cup ricotta cheese (optional, for serving)
# Instructions:
01 -
In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown your ground Italian sausage over medium-high heat. Break it up with a spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess fat – honestly, I sometimes forget this and end up with a greasy soup, oops! Then, toss in your chopped onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes. The kitchen will start to smell incredible, that's how you know you're on the right track for this Lasagna Soup.
02 -
Stir in the minced garlic and tomato paste, cooking for just another minute until fragrant. You'll see the tomato paste deepen in color, almost caramelizing a bit – that's flavor developing! This step is where the magic happens, so don't rush it. I've definitely burned the garlic before by walking away, so keep an eye on it. Add your crushed tomatoes and broth next, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.
03 -
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let your Lasagna Soup simmer for at least 15-20 minutes. This allows all those beautiful flavors to meld together. You can totally let it go longer if you've got time, honestly, the longer the better for depth! This is where I usually taste and adjust seasonings. Sometimes it needs a pinch more salt, other times a little pepper. Trust your taste buds here!
04 -
Now for the fun part: the lasagna noodles! Break them into roughly 1-2 inch pieces – don't worry about perfection, rustic is good. Stir them into the simmering Lasagna Soup. Increase the heat slightly if needed to maintain a gentle simmer. Cook for about 10-12 minutes, or until the noodles are al dente. Keep an eye on them; nobody wants mushy noodles, that's a kitchen disaster I've had many times!
05 -
Once the noodles are cooked, remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the heavy cream and a generous handful of grated Parmesan cheese. The soup will become wonderfully creamy and rich. Give it another taste test here – you might want another pinch of salt or a grind of pepper. This is where your Lasagna Soup transforms into that comforting bowl you're craving.
06 -
Ladle the hot Lasagna Soup into bowls. Top each serving with an extra sprinkle of Parmesan, a dollop of ricotta (if you're feeling fancy, and you should!), and some fresh basil leaves. The aroma alone is enough to make you swoon. Serve it up with some crusty bread for dipping, and honestly, you've got a winner. Enjoy your homemade Lasagna Soup, it's a real treat!