BEST EVER One-Pot Lasagna Soup Recipe!

Introduction

Why fuss over layers and piles of pots when the flavors of classic lasagna can shine in a single, soul-warming bowl? The BEST EVER One-Pot Lasagna Soup delivers all the cheesy, savory goodness of traditional lasagna—with a fraction of the effort and mess. It’s a comfort food game changer, turning a lengthy, labor-intensive dish into a weekday-friendly, crowd-pleasing meal.

Deliciously Unique One-Pot Lasagna Soup

This recipe brings together tender pasta, a rich tomato broth, ground meat, herbs, and creamy cheese for a harmonious dish that’s both hearty and slurpable. Each spoonful bursts with familiar lasagna flavors, yet the soup form keeps it light and inviting. It’s truly a dinner delight for busy families and relaxed weekend get-togethers alike.

Perfecting the Lasagna Soup Flavors

To coax out the best flavors, start by browning your meat with a hearty pinch of Italian seasoning and garlic. Use quality crushed tomatoes and a dash of tomato paste for deep, robust flavor. The pasta cooks right in the broth, soaking up every drop of flavor. Finish with a dollop of ricotta, a sprinkle of mozzarella, and a shower of fresh basil, giving you all the layered satisfaction of lasagna in minutes.

Easy One-Pot Assembly

Begin by sautéing your aromatics and browning the meat in a large pot. Add your tomatoes, broth, seasoning, and pasta—then simply simmer until the noodles are perfectly tender. Top individual bowls with cheese and fresh herbs, then watch this soup vanish as fast as you can serve it.

Serving Suggestions for a Show-Stopping Lasagna Soup

Serve steaming bowls of this one-pot lasagna soup with warm, crusty bread for dunking. Round out the meal with a simple green salad or a side of garlicky roasted vegetables. For a special touch, offer a toppings bar: grated Parmesan, extra ricotta, fresh parsley, or crushed red pepper.

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

This recipe makes about 6 generous servings. Each bowl, topped with cheese, contains roughly 400-500 calories, 30g protein, and 10-15g fat, depending on your choice of meat and cheese. It’s a balanced, filling meal perfect for any day of the week.

BEST EVER One-Pot Lasagna Soup (Recap)

You’ll love this soup for its classic flavor, minimal dishes, and stress-free approach. It transforms beloved lasagna into a convenient, one-pot wonder ideal for families, potlucks, or meal prepping.

💡Meal Planning Tip: Save this recipe to automatically generate an organized shopping list with all ingredients sorted by store section—perfect for efficient grocery trips and seamless meal planning.

Instructions

1. Heat a large Dutch oven or soup pot over medium-high heat. Add the ground meat and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed.
2. Add diced onion and cook for 4-5 minutes, until softened. Stir in minced garlic, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes; cook for 1 minute, stirring often.
3. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes until darkened, then add crushed tomatoes and broth. Bring the mixture to a boil.
4. Add broken lasagna noodles, season with salt and pepper, and reduce heat to a simmer. Cook uncovered for 13-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.
5. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Ladle the soup into bowls, then top each with a generous spoonful of ricotta, a sprinkle of mozzarella and Parmesan, and fresh basil or parsley.
6. Serve hot with crusty bread and enjoy!

Weekly Meal Planning

This one-pot lasagna soup is a meal prep superstar: it keeps well, reheats beautifully, and can easily be doubled for leftovers or freezing. Save and schedule this recipe in your weekly planner to generate a consolidated shopping list for all your planned meals.

Planning Benefits:

• Automatically calculates total ingredient quantities across all recipes
• Organizes your shopping list by grocery store sections
• Prevents duplicate purchases and forgotten ingredients
• Makes weekly meal prep more efficient and organized

Pro tip: Schedule this and other recipes to instantly see ingredient overlap (like tomato paste or onions), cutting down on unnecessary buys and food waste!

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes