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Pioneer Woman Lasagna Soup Recipe – Easy Hamburger & Sausage Dinner

  • Author: Ananya Patel
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

This cozy lasagna soup captures all the classic flavors of lasagna—savory meat, tangy tomato sauce, creamy cheese—in a hearty, one-pot meal. It’s quick, easy, and perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground hamburger (80/20 for best flavor)
  • 1 lb Italian sausage (casings removed; sweet or spicy)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced (red or green)
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt (plus more to taste)
  • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1 (28-oz) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 (15-oz) can tomato sauce
  • 4 cups beef broth (low-sodium preferred)
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 8 oz lasagna noodles, broken into bite-sized pieces (or bowtie pasta)
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh parsley or basil, chopped (for garnish)
  • Spinach leaves (optional, a handful, stirred in at the end)
  • Sliced mushrooms (optional, add with onions)
  • Chopped zucchini or carrots (optional, for veggie boost)

Instructions

  1. Heat a large soup pot over medium-high. Add hamburger and sausage, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat, leaving about 1 tablespoon for flavor.
  2. Add diced onion and bell pepper. Sauté until softened and fragrant, about 4-5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
  3. Sprinkle in Italian seasoning, basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to coat the meat and veggies. If using mushrooms or zucchini, add them now.
  4. Pour in crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth. Stir in tomato paste. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes.
  5. Break lasagna noodles into bite-sized pieces. Add noodles directly to the pot and simmer for 10-12 minutes until tender, or cook noodles separately and stir into the soup.
  6. While soup simmers, mix ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan in a bowl until creamy.
  7. Taste the soup and adjust seasoning as needed. Ladle hot soup into bowls, add a scoop of cheese mixture, and sprinkle with fresh parsley or basil.
  8. Optional: Stir in spinach or other quick-cooking veggies just before serving.

Notes

Add noodles just before serving for best texture. For gluten-free, use GF noodles. For dairy-free, use plant-based cheese. If freezing, omit noodles and add fresh-cooked noodles when reheating. Adjust spices and cheese to taste. Leftovers taste even better the next day.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: About 2 cups soup with cheese topping
  • Calories: 425
  • Sugar: 8
  • Sodium: 950
  • Fat: 18
  • Saturated Fat: 8
  • Carbohydrates: 35
  • Fiber: 4
  • Protein: 25

Keywords: lasagna soup, Pioneer Woman, hamburger, sausage, easy dinner, comfort food, one-pot meal, Italian soup, weeknight recipe

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