Lasagna Soup
This is a hug in a bowl.
This deconstructed lasagna soup is a just what a cold night needs. It’s full of flavor, very hearty and has a big serving of greens to up the nutrients. You likely have everything in your pantry/fridge already and it comes together quickly so it’s perfect for a weeknight meal. I used gluten free lasagna noodles but use what works best for you!
Ingredients:
For the soup:
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1lb ground meat depending on what you have. I used pork sausage which was fattier but very flavorful. You could also do 1/2 pork sausage 1/2 beef, chicken, turkey, etc.
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 tablespoons tomato paste
28-ounce jar store-bought marinara
4 cups chicken stock
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
2-3 cups roughly chopped spinach or kale
sea salt, as needed
8 to 10 uncooked lasagna noodles (gluten free in needed - I love Jovial Foods), broken into pieces
For the toppings:
Basil cut chiffonade
Ricotta, shredded mozzerella, or grated parmesean/pecorino romano
Salt and pepper to taste
Method:
Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, add the oil and heat through. Add your ground meat and brown, stirring occasionally, for about 8 minutes.
Add the onion and cook until it is soft, about 6 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook until just fragrant, about an additional 30 seconds.
Stir in the tomato paste followed by the marinara, chicken stock, oregano and basil. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until the sauce reduces slightly, about 30 minutes.
Add the chopped greens and stir until they’re completely softened.
Taste and season to taste with salt.
Add the lasagna pieces and cook in the broth until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. I found with the gluten free noodles it took closer to 10 minutes for them to be cooked to perfection.
Ladle the soup into a bowl and top with your cheese of choice (I had ricotta and pecorino on hand so did a little of both), shredded basil, and a little salt and pepper.
I hope you enjoy this cozy bowl of soup as much as we did! It’s literally a hug in a bowl and the perfect cold weather meal. I froze a serving to have for another night when I’m too tired to cook and definitely recommend you do too! If you make this and love it, be sure to tag me on Instagram @AshleyPattenPilates and/or comment below!
xx, Ashley