One Pot Lasagna Soup (Hearty and Ready in 45 Minutes)

One-Pot Lasagna Soup is a cozy, cheesy twist on a comfort food classic, ready in 45 minutes and made entirely in one pot for easy cleanup.

If you’ve ever craved lasagna but dreaded the layering, this soup is for you. Picture tender noodles, rich tomato broth, savory beef, and a gooey layer of melty mozzarella, all in one steaming bowl. It’s everything you love about lasagna, simplified.

This recipe has been a go-to in my kitchen for years, especially on busy weeknights when I want something hearty but don’t want to fuss with my vegetable lasagna or skillet lasagna.

Whether you’re craving a comforting bowl on a chilly evening or need an easy dinner that feels a little special, this one-pot lasagna soup checks all the boxes. And if you’re a leftovers lover like me, you’ll be thrilled to know this soup tastes even better the next day.

Ingredient notes and easy swaps

Let’s talk ingredients: what you need, what you can swap, and how to make it work with what’s in your pantry. These are the main ingredients; the full list is waiting down in the recipe card.

Make it yours with these tweaks (and pantry heroes):

• Ground beef: Or try hot or mild Italian sausage for a bolder flavor. Ground turkey or chicken also works.
• Lasagna noodles: Regular broken noodles are best; penne, rigatoni, or farfalle also work
• Tomato sauce + diced tomatoes: Sub crushed tomatoes for a smoother base
• Cheese: Mozzarella + Parmesan = classic combo. Add ricotta or a swirl of heavy cream for extra richness
• Chicken broth: Better Than Bouillon or homemade stock gives the deepest flavor

Want a Southern twist? Stir in chopped collards or serve with mini cornbread muffins.

Tasty ways to make it your own

• Spicy sausage lasagna soup: Swap half the beef for hot Italian sausage
• Creamy lasagna soup: Stir in ¼ cup heavy cream before serving
• TikTok-style twist: Add a dollop of pesto before serving or swirl it in for herby depth
• Vegetarian version: Use mushrooms or lentils instead of meat and swap chicken stock for veggie broth
• Slow Cooker version: See FAQ below for full instructions

How to make One-Pot Lasagna Soup

1. Add the ground beef to a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Break up the meat with a fork or wooden spoon and cook for eight minutes or until it is browned. Add the onions and bell pepper, and cook for about five more minutes or until soft. Then add the garlic and cook for about a minute. Drain any accumulated fat.

2. Add the chicken stock, tomatoes, tomato sauce, brown sugar, Italian seasoning, and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for fifteen minutes.

3. Add the noodles and simmer until tender, about 12-14 minutes. When you add the broken lasagna noodles, they soak up the flavorful stock, becoming perfectly tender and packed with flavor.

4. Add the parmesan cheese and stir until combined.

5. Before serving, preheat the broiler. Ladle the soup into oven-proof bowls and top with a handful of mozzarella cheese and a sprinkle of parmesan. Place the bowls on a rimmed baking sheet and broil for a minute or so until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

For that perfect lasagna experience, don’t skip the cheesy topping. Melted mozzarella and freshly grated parmesan add richness to every spoonful.

Serving and menu suggestions

I consider this homemade lasagna soup a meal in one and usually pair it with a slice of Texas toast garlic bread, buttermilk cornbread, or broccoli cheddar cheese cornbread muffins.

If we have company, I like to pair this cozy soup with caprese bruschetta as an appetizer and my spinach salad with apples and pecans or panzanella salad as a side dish.

Shortcut to Supper (Time-saving tips)

• Use pre-chopped frozen onions and bell peppers as well as frozen garlic to skip on prep time
• Sub crushed tomatoes for both the diced tomatoes and sauce to save a step
• Pre-shredded mozzarella and Parmesan make assembly a breeze
• Lazy day hack: Skip the broiler and melt your cheese right in the bowl, adding it before the soup!

Supper and Then Some (Leftover ideas)

• Lasagna Soup Bake: Pour leftovers into a baking dish, top with cheese, and broil until bubbly.
• Stuffed Peppers: Fill halved bell peppers with leftover soup and bake until warm.
• Small batch freezer plan: Before adding noodles and cheese, divide and freeze the soup base in portions. Then just reheat, add fresh noodles and cheese, and dinner’s done. (I even delivered a container with noodles and cheese to a friend after surgery; it’s the kind of comforting meal that says “you’re cared for.”)

How to store, freeze and reheat leftovers

• Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days
• Reheat gently on the stovetop, adding broth or water as needed to loosen
• For freezer prep, prepare the soup without noodles and cheese, then freeze for up to 3 months. For best results, thaw frozen soup base in the fridge overnight before reheating. Add fresh noodles and cheese when ready to serve.

If frozen with noodles, expect a softer texture on reheating, but it’s still delicious.

FAQs about one-pot lasagna soup

Tips to ensure this recipe turns out perfectly

• Don’t skip the cheesy topping—it’s what gives this soup that true lasagna flavor!
• Lazy day hack: No time for the broiler? Add the mozzarella to the bottom of your bowl, then pour the hot soup on top. It’ll melt just fine, no oven mitts required.
• Break up the noodles before adding them to the soup. They look pretty left whole, but they’re tricky to cut in the bowl.
• Cooking for two? Before adding the noodles or cheese, remove two-thirds of the soup base and freeze it in quart containers. Then add a few noodles and a third of the cheese to the portion you’re keeping out. When you’re ready to cook a frozen portion, thaw it overnight in the refrigerator if possible. Then, bring it to a simmer on the stovetop, add a few broken lasagna noodles, and cook until tender. Stir in the cheese just before serving.
• Bonus: This makes a thoughtful meal to share with a friend, just include the noodles and cheese along with a quick note on how to finish it.

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Did you try this Lasagna Soup? Please leave a rating and review! I’d love to hear what you thought and if you gave it your own twist.

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