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Cozy Lasagna Soup with Ricotta – The Best Easy Dinner

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This cozy lasagna soup with creamy ricotta dollops is everything you love about lasagna—rich tomato broth, savory sausage, tender noodles, and creamy cheese—without the fuss of layering and baking. It comes together in about 35 minutes for a comforting, crowd-pleasing meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound ground Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced (about 1 cup)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil (or 2 tablespoons fresh, chopped)
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes (preferably San Marzano)
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
  • 8 lasagna noodles, broken into 2-inch pieces
  • 1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest
  • Pinch of salt
  • Fresh basil leaves, torn (for garnish)
  • Extra grated Parmesan cheese (for serving)
  • Crusty bread (for dipping)

Instructions

  1. Brown the sausage: Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add Italian sausage, breaking it up as it cooks. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Leave about a tablespoon of fat in the pot.
  2. Sauté the aromatics: Add diced onion to the pot and cook for 2-3 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add the seasonings: Sprinkle in dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes (if using), and a generous pinch of salt and black pepper. Stir and let toast for 30 seconds.
  4. Build the broth: Pour in crushed tomatoes and chicken broth, stirring to scrape up browned bits from the bottom. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer.
  5. Cook the noodles: Add broken lasagna noodles to the simmering broth. Stir gently to submerge. Cook according to package directions, about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender but still al dente.
  6. Make the ricotta dollops: In a small bowl, combine whole-milk ricotta, grated Parmesan, chopped parsley, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt. Stir until smooth and creamy. Set aside at room temperature.
  7. Finish and serve: Once noodles are tender, remove pot from heat. Taste and adjust seasoning. Ladle soup into bowls, top each with a generous dollop of ricotta mixture. Garnish with torn fresh basil and extra Parmesan. Serve immediately with crusty bread.

Notes

For meal prep, cook noodles separately and add when reheating to prevent mushiness. Let ricotta come to room temperature before serving. If soup is too thin, simmer uncovered for 5-10 minutes; if too thick, add a splash of broth.

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Keywords: lasagna soup, easy dinner, comfort food, Italian soup, ricotta, sausage, one-pot meal

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