Description
This comforting Lasagna Soup with Tortellini takes all the beloved flavors of traditional lasagna and turns them into an easy, hearty soup. With rich tomato, savory meat, creamy cheese, and tender tortellini, it’s a hug in a bowl.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb ground beef or a mix of ground beef and Italian sausage
- 1 large onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (6 oz) can tomato paste
- 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
- 6 cups beef or chicken broth
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 1 (20 oz) package fresh or frozen cheese tortellini
- ½ cup heavy cream or ½ cup ricotta cheese (plus more for topping)
- Optional: 2 cups fresh spinach
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, for topping
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, for topping
- Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Brown the Meat and Aromatics: In a large Dutch oven or pot over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Add ground beef and/or Italian sausage and cook, breaking it up, until no pink remains. Drain excess grease. Add diced onion and cook until softened (5-7 minutes). Stir in minced garlic and tomato paste, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Build the Sauce Base: Pour in crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, broth, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir well to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Simmer for Flavor Development: Reduce heat to low, cover, and let soup simmer for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing flavors to meld.
- Add the Tortellini: Uncover and increase heat to medium. Add tortellini. Cook according to package directions (3-5 minutes for fresh) until al dente. Taste and adjust seasonings.
- Stir in Creamy Elements: Remove from heat. Stir in heavy cream or part of the ricotta cheese until combined. Stir in spinach until wilted (if using).
- Serve with Cheesy Topping: Ladle soup into bowls. Top each serving with extra ricotta (if using), shredded mozzarella, and grated Parmesan. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 40 mins