GRAMMY’S LASAGNA SOUP

GRAMMY’S LASAGNA SOUP is a scrumptious soup-version of the classic favorite!! Loaded with savory Italian sausage, cheeses, and hearty pasta all in a delicious, herby Italian tomato broth….pure lasagna-like yumminess!  I had made this soup for the first time about ten years ago and then for some reason, I forgot about it.  How could this soup be forgotten, right?? After making it again last night, I can absolutely say that I won’t forget about it again! haha. We were reminded just how great this soup is…..I promise your family will love it, too!!  Check out my recipe for GRAMMY’S LASAGNA SOUP below….ENJOY!

Made with love by Grammy

GRAMMY'S LASAGNA SOUP

A scrumptious soup-version of the classic favorite

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Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

• 1 lb italian sausage
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 280z can crushed tomatoes
• 1 14.5oz can diced tomatoes, Italian-style
• 8 cups beef broth
• 4-6 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 Tbsp Italian seasoning
• 1 Tbsp basil
• 2 beef bouillon cubes (Optional)
• salt and pepper, to taste (I used 1 tsp/each)
• 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream (Optional)
• 12 ounces Mafalda pasta, OR similar curly pasta, OR approx 10 lasagna noodles broken into smaller pieces

CHEESE TOPPING

• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

Method

 

1. In a large soup pot, brown your meats until cooked through and crumbly.
2. Add onion and garlic to meat and saute for a couple more minutes.
3. Then, add in crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, beef broth, Italian seasoning, basil, beef bouillon, and salt/pepper. Stir til well-combined and bring to a boil.
4. Add in pasta and cook until pasta is el-dente (or preferred softness)
5. Stir in heavy cream, if desired. Lightly simmer for a couple of minutes to combine ingredients and flavors.

CHEESE TOPPING

1. In a small bowl, combine ricotta, parmesan, and mozzarella with the Italian seasoning and mix well.
2. Serve soup in large bowls and top with a large dollop of the cheese mixture.
3. Garnish with additional basil, if desired, and serve! ENJOY!