TikTok Lasagna Soup
A delicious and comforting twist on traditional lasagna, this TikTok Lasagna Soup combines classic flavors into a hearty dish, perfect for colder days or meal prep.
Ingredients
For the Soup Base
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 3-4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1.5 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 jar marinara sauce (Rao’s, 24 oz)
- 1 can diced tomatoes (juices included, 14.5 oz)
- 1/4 cup water
- 10 oz lasagna noodles Broken in half before adding to soup
For Toppings and Serving
- 1.5 cups cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup shaved parmesan
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup spinach (chopped)
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese (for serving)
- 2 tbsp chopped basil
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large sauce pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat until fragrant.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic; sauté for 3-4 minutes.
- Toss in the ground beef, mix it well, and cook for about 4-6 minutes until browned.
- Incorporate the Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and tomato paste, stirring until combined.
Cooking
- Pour in the beef broth, marinara sauce, water, and diced tomatoes.
- Break the lasagna noodles in half and add them to the pot. Ensure they are covered with the liquid.
- Cover the pot and let it boil for 12-15 minutes, checking the cooking time based on the type of lasagna noodles used.
- Finally, stir in the cottage cheese and spinach. Wait a few minutes until the spinach wilts.
Serving
- Serve warm, topped with a fresh dollop of cottage cheese and chopped basil.
Notes
If you want a creamier soup, add more cottage cheese or cream. You can switch out the ground beef for ground turkey or chicken if you prefer. Feel free to toss in your favorite vegetables for added nutrition, such as bell peppers or zucchini. Adjust the seasoning to your taste for a more robust flavor.