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The Best Creamy Lasagna Soup Recipe - One Pot Wonder for Busy Nights

This Creamy Lasagna Soup transforms the classic layered Italian dish into a one-pot comfort meal ready in just 30 minutes. Packed with ground beef, tender noodles, rich marinara, and three cheeses, this soup delivers indulgent lasagna flavors in a quicker, simpler form—perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 –6 servings
Course: Comfort Food, Dinner, Soup
Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey, Italian sausage, or plant-based substitute
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 24-ounce jar marinara or pasta sauce
  • 4 cups beef broth or vegetable broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 8 ounces lasagna noodles broken into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup fresh spinach optional
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot. Brown the ground beef until caramelized, then add onion and garlic, cooking until fragrant.
  2. Stir in Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes, blooming the spices. Add marinara sauce and scrape the pot for extra flavor.
  3. Pour in beef broth and water. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.
  4. Add broken lasagna noodles and cook 10–12 minutes until al dente. Stir in spinach during the last 2 minutes.
  5. Reduce heat to low. Stir in ricotta, then mozzarella until melted, followed by Parmesan for added richness.
  6. Taste, adjust seasonings, and serve garnished with fresh basil and extra Parmesan.

Notes

Avoid adding cheese over high heat to prevent curdling. Add pasta toward the end to prevent overcooking. Thin with extra broth if the soup thickens too much.