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Lasagna Soup

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This Paula Deen Lasagna Soup combines the comforting flavors of classic lasagna into a rich and hearty soup. Packed with ground beef, Italian sausage, and lasagna noodles, this dish is topped with a creamy cheese mixture and fresh basil, making it a perfect cozy meal for chilly nights.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 pound lean ground beef
  • 1/2 pound ground Italian sausage
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 yellow onion, chopped
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 Tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 recipe homemade marinara sauce (or 24 ounces store-bought marinara)
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 Tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (or 2 teaspoons dried)
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 7 cups low sodium chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
  • 9 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
  • 2 cups fresh spinach leaves (optional)
  • 10 ounces ricotta cheese (or cottage cheese)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • Fresh basil, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Brown the ground beef and Italian sausage in a large pot over medium-high heat. Season with salt and pepper, drain the grease, and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, sauté the chopped onion in olive oil for 5 minutes, then add minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes more.
  3. Add the tomato paste, marinara sauce, red pepper flakes, parsley, oregano, basil, and chicken broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, add the lasagna noodles, and simmer until the noodles are tender. Add spinach if desired.
  4. In a small bowl, mix ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese.
  5. Serve the soup in bowls, topping each with a scoop of cheese mixture. Garnish with fresh basil.

Notes

  • Cook the meat fully before adding liquids for optimal flavor.
  • Snap the lasagna noodles into uniform pieces for even cooking.
  • Add spinach towards the end to keep it vibrant and fresh.

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