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Cozy One-Pot Lasagna Soup with Ricotta Dollops

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This Cozy One-Pot Lasagna Soup with Ricotta Dollops is a rich, tomatoey, cheesy soup that delivers all the comfort of lasagna without the layering. Made in one pot with broken lasagna noodles, ground beef, and creamy ricotta dollops, it’s the perfect easy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound ground beef (80/20)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 8–10 lasagna noodles, broken into 1–2 inch pieces
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (for ricotta dollops)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (plus more for garnish)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced (optional, for ricotta dollops)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste (for ricotta dollops)

Instructions

  1. Brown the meat: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up, until browned, about 6-8 minutes. Spoon out excess fat, leaving about 1 tablespoon.
  2. Soften the aromatics: Reduce heat to medium. Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 4-5 minutes. Add minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Build the broth: Pour in chicken broth, crushed tomatoes, and undrained diced tomatoes. Stir, scraping up browned bits from the bottom. Season with salt and pepper (start with 1 teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon pepper).
  4. Cook the noodles: Bring soup to a boil over high heat. Add broken lasagna noodles, stirring to submerge. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook, uncovered, for 12-15 minutes until noodles are tender, stirring occasionally.
  5. Make the ricotta dollops: In a small bowl, combine whole-milk ricotta, grated Parmesan, chopped parsley, and minced garlic (if using). Season with salt and pepper. Stir until well combined. Set aside.
  6. Finish the soup: Remove pot from heat. Stir in shredded mozzarella and ½ cup grated Parmesan until melted and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  7. Serve and top: Ladle hot soup into bowls. Top each with a generous dollop of ricotta mixture. Sprinkle with extra chopped parsley. Serve immediately.

Notes

The soup will thicken as it sits. If making ahead or reheating, add a splash of broth or water to thin. For best results, undercook noodles slightly as they continue to cook in hot broth. Use whole-milk ricotta for best texture. Let ricotta come to room temperature before serving for easier dolloping.

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Keywords: lasagna soup, one-pot soup, easy dinner, comfort food, Italian soup, ricotta, ground beef, weeknight dinner

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