Super simple to make, One Pot Lasagna Soup is a warm you up meal full of italian flavors! With only 5 ingredients, this could also be called "lazy lasagna soup" because it is just so easy! Italian sausage and marinara sauce add loads of flavor, while heavy cream make it rich and satisfying. This soup can be on the table in less than 30 minutes.
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Try this easier to make version of traditional lasagna you can enjoy by the bowl!
Lasagna soup has been popping up everywhere and for good reason, it's delicious. Similar to Tortellini and Sausage Soup, everyone is going to have their different take on it, and this creamy lasagna soup version is made without ricotta but uses heavy cream instead.
Rich tomato-y broth, lots of meat, and broken up lasagna noodles cooked right in the pot for the ultimate comfort food one pot soup without all of the work of traditional layered lasagna.
If you are in the mood for a more traditional casserole version, check out this recipe for Easy Venison Lasagna. You can use ground venison or ground beef.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Easy to make: No chopping involved! Just brown the meat and simmer everything together- it couldn't be easier!
- 30 minute dinner: This is a great dinner for when you forgot to take something out ahead of time and need something on the table fast.
- Few Ingredients: Only 5 ingredients needed. The marinara and italian sausage do the heavy lifting when it comes to flavoring this soup.
- One Pot: Everything for this easy lasagna soup is made in one pot, the uncooked lasagna noodles are added right in, there is no need to boil water separately.
Lazy Lasagna Soup Ingredients
- Italian Sausage: Hot or mild italian sausage, whatever you prefer.
- Marinara Sauce: Use your favorite marinara sauce, just make sure it's a good one, as it is the main flavoring agent of the broth. I love Rao's marinara sauce, it's all our household uses. It's a staple in this Chicken Parmesan with Rao's Sauce.
- Chicken Stock: Chicken Stock or Chicken Broth adds flavor to the soup. Beef broth can be used as well.
- Pasta: You can use either lasagna noodles broken into pieces or smaller pasta. I used mafalda noodles, which look like bite sized lasagna noodles. You can even use gluten free noodles if you prefer.
- Heavy Cream: Instead of using ricotta cheese, This lasagna soup recipe is made creamy from heavy cream (or half and half). If you want this recipe to be dairy free, you can omit the cream, just make sure your marinara sauce does not have cheese in it.
Variations and Substitutions
- Add in a half a pound of lean ground beef extra protein.
- Add tortellini instead of regular noodles for extra cheesy deliciousness.
- Add in 5 oz. of chopped baby spinach or kale for extra nutrients. Simply add it to the soup in the last 1-2 minutes of cooking.
- This recipe uses heavy cream instead of ricotta to make it creamy. You can use ricotta if you prefer. Ricotta doesn't melt the most evenly, so it may be a little grainy, but it will still be very tasty! For another pasta recipe using ricotta, try this Simple Lemon Ricotta Pasta Dish.
How to Make Lasagna Soup
Step 1. Heat a large dutch oven over medium heat. Add italian sausage and brown meat, breaking it up as you go. Continue to brown until cooked through. Drain extra fat, if needed.
Step 2. Add marinara sauce and chicken stock and bring to a boil.
Step 3. Once boiling, add dry noodles. Simmer until noodles are cooked through.
Step 4. Once lasagna noodles are done to your liking, stir in heavy cream. Ladle into bowls and top with fresh grated parmesan cheese. Serve and enjoy!
Recipe Tips
- There is no need to add an oil before browning the italian sausage, as there is already enough fat in it.
- Make sure to brown the italian sausage really well, as it adds a lot of flavor.
- Add a tablespoon of italian seasoning or a few cloves of minced garlic for extra flavor.
How to Serve
Serve this creamy lasagna soup topped with fresh grated parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes for a bit of spice. For extra cheesy goodness, top with shredded mozzarella cheese. It is lovely with a bit of fresh basil or parsley.
More delicious soup ideas
- Chicken Pot Pie Soup
- Instant Pot Tortellini Soup with Sausage
- Mexican Sopita (Sopa de Conchas)
- Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup
- Classic Chicken Noodle Soup
- Kotosoupa Avgolemono (Greek Chicken Rice Soup)
- Egg Drop Soup
- Hearts of Palm Broccoli Soup
- Bok Choy Soup
- Vegetable Orzo Soup
Did you enjoy this One Pot Lasagna Soup? I would love for you to let me know by leaving a comment and star rating. I can't wait to hear from you.
One Pot Lasagna Soup
Ingredients
- 1 lb. italian sausage mild or hot
- 6 cups chicken stock or beef stock
- ½ lb. dry pasta such as mefelda
- 1 28 oz. jar marinara sauce such as Rao's
- ½ cup heavy cream or half and half
Instructions
- Heat a large dutch oven over medium heat.
- Add italian sausage and brown meat, breaking it up as you go. Continue to brown until cooked through. Drain extra fat, if needed.
- Add marinara sauce and chicken stock and bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, add dry noodles.
- Simmer until noodles are cooked through.
- Once lasagna noodles are done to your liking, stir in heavy cream.
- Ladle into bowls and top with fresh grated parmesan cheese. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- There is no need to add an oil before browning the italian sausage, as there is already enough fat in it.
- Make sure to brown the italian sausage really well, as it adds a lot of flavor.
Nancy
Love, love this recipe. It’s so quick and easy. I threw in kale in the last few minutes to add some green to it.
Sarah Baumeister
Delicious soup! And a much easier way to enjoy the flavors of lasagna.