Lasagna Soup For One
This single serving Lasagna Soup is a hearty, one-pot meal made with lasagna noodles, seasoned ground beef, tomato sauce, and three cheeses. Rich, comforting, and easy to make.
Servings: 1 serving
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 uncooked lasagna noodles
- 1 tablespoon olive oil , plus 1 teaspoon for tossing the noodles
- ½ cup chopped onions
- 1 clove garlic -minced
- ¼ pound ground beef (4 ounces)
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes or chili flakes
- ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- ½ tablespoon tomato paste
- ½ cup tomato sauce
- ¾ cup chicken broth
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon ricotta cheese
- Optional for garnish: fresh torn basil leaves
Instructions
- Cook the Noodles: Break the lasagna noodles into smaller pieces and cook in a 2-quart saucepan according to package directions. Drain and set aside.Tip: Slightly undercook the noodles, they’ll finish cooking in the soup.Toss the drained noodles with 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a bowl.
- In the same saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, stirring often.
- Add ground beef. Break it up with a spatula and season with red pepper flakes, oregano, and salt. Cook until browned, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in tomato paste and cook for 30 seconds. Add tomato sauce and chicken broth. Stir and bring to a simmer.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a brief boil, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in cooked noodles. Add Parmesan and mozzarella, stirring until melted.
- Spoon into a bowl and top with ricotta. Add chopped basil if desired.
Notes
- Read Before Starting: Review the full recipe, including notes and photos, to understand each step before you begin.
- Break the Noodles: Snap noodles into 1- to 2-inch pieces for easier eating and even cooking.
- Shred Your Own Cheese: Pre-shredded cheese doesn’t melt as smoothly. Freshly shredded Parmesan and mozzarella give better texture and flavor.
- Make Ahead Tip: You can cook the noodles and prep the meat mixture ahead of time, then combine and reheat when ready to eat.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 954kcal | Carbohydrates: 59g | Protein: 55g | Fat: 63g | Saturated Fat: 29g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 23g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 199mg | Sodium: 1454mg | Potassium: 1193mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 2127IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 637mg | Iron: 7mg
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