Easy Lasagna Soup (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1/2 pound lean ground beef.
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1/2 pound ground Italian sausage.
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Salt and pepper to taste.
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1 yellow onion, chopped.
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1 Tablespoon olive oil.
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3 cloves garlic, minced.
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2 Tablespoons tomato paste.
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24 ounce marinara sauce.
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1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes.
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2 Tablespoons fresh parsley.
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1/2 teaspoon dried oregano.
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1 teaspoon dried basil.
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7 cups low sodium chicken broth.
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9 lasagna noodles, broken.
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2 cups fresh spinach (optional).
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10 ounces ricotta cheese.
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese.
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1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese.
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Fresh basil for serving.
# Instructions:
01 -
Brown ground beef and Italian sausage in large pot over medium-high heat. Season with salt and pepper. Drain and set aside.
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In same pot, heat oil and saute onion for 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1-2 minutes more.
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Add tomato paste, marinara, seasonings, and broth. Return meat to pot. Bring to boil.
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Add broken lasagna noodles. Reduce heat and cook until noodles are tender. Add spinach if using.
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Mix ricotta, mozzarella, and parmesan in a bowl.
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Ladle soup into bowls. Top with cheese mixture and fresh basil.
# Notes:
01 -
Cook meat thoroughly before adding liquids.
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Break noodles evenly for uniform cooking.
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Add spinach at end to maintain freshness.
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Don't overcook noodles to prevent mushiness.