Lasagna Soup Hearty Bowl (Printable View)

A hearty soup featuring noodles, beef, tomato broth, and melty cheese for a warm, flavorful Italian-inspired meal.

# Ingredient List:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
02 - 1 yellow onion, diced
03 - 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
04 - 2 pounds ground beef
05 - 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
06 - 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
07 - 2 teaspoons kosher salt
08 - 1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce
09 - 4 cups beef broth
10 - 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
11 - 12 ounces Mafalda noodles or broken lasagna noodles

→ Finishing and Garnish

12 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
13 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
14 - 1 cup shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese blend
15 - Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add diced onion and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 additional minute.
02 - Add ground beef to the pot along with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, breaking up the meat with a spoon and stirring occasionally, until the beef is no longer pink. Drain excess grease if necessary.
03 - Pour in marinara sauce, beef broth, and crushed tomatoes. Stir well to combine and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
04 - Once the soup is simmering, add Mafalda or broken lasagna noodles. Cook for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the noodles are al dente.
05 - Lower the heat and add heavy cream, shredded mozzarella, and cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese blend. Stir until cheeses are fully melted and soup is creamy.
06 - Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve immediately.

# Supplementary Details:

01 - For a thinner consistency, add up to 4 additional cups of beef broth during the simmering stage.