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Ultimate Cheesy Beef Lasagna Soup

Ultimate Cheesy Beef Lasagna Soup
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Indulge in a bowl of Ultimate Cheesy Beef Lasagna Soup, where the comforting flavors of classic lasagna come together in a quick, one-pot meal. This hearty soup features tender ground beef, rich tomatoes, and a creamy ricotta topping that will warm your heart and satisfy your cravings. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this recipe delivers all the cheesy goodness without the fuss of layering traditional lasagna. With fresh spinach added for nutrition and flavor, each spoonful promises to be both delicious and fulfilling. Dive into this easy-to-make dish tonight and experience the joy of homemade comfort food!

Ingredients

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  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1.5 lbs lean ground beef
  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped
  • 4–5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (28-oz) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 (15-oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 (6-oz) can tomato paste
  • 6 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
  • 2 tsp dried Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • ½ tsp dried oregano
  • ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tsp granulated sugar
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 4–6 lasagna noodles, broken into 1–2 inch pieces
  • ½ cup heavy cream or half-and-half (optional)
  • 5 oz fresh spinach, roughly chopped (or 10 oz frozen, thawed & squeezed dry)
  • 15 oz whole milk ricotta cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese, plus more for serving
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped, plus more for garnish
  • ½ tsp salt (for ricotta topping)
  • ¼ tsp black pepper (for ricotta topping)
  • Crusty bread or garlic bread

Instructions

  1. In a large Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add lean ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
  2. Lower heat to medium; add chopped onion and sauté for 5–7 minutes until soft. Stir in minced garlic for 1 more minute.
  3. Mix in tomato paste, then add crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, broth, Italian seasoning, herbs, bay leaf, and sugar. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Bring to a gentle simmer; cover and cook for 20–30 minutes.
  5. Break lasagna noodles into pieces; prepare the ricotta mixture in a separate bowl by combining ricotta, Parmesan, mozzarella, parsley, salt, and pepper.
  6. After removing the bay leaf, bring soup back to a boil; add noodles and cook for 8–10 minutes until al dente. Stir in spinach.
  7. Serve hot topped with ricotta mixture and extra cheese.

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