Description
Discover the warmth and comfort of Homemade Lasagna Soup with Tortellini – a delightful twist on traditional lasagna that’s ready in just 20 minutes! This hearty soup combines savory ground beef, zesty Italian sausage, and a rich marinara base, all enhanced by the creamy texture of heavy cream and the cheesy goodness of tortellini. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, it’s kid-friendly and incredibly satisfying. With just a few simple ingredients and easy steps, you can enjoy all the flavors of classic lasagna in a cozy bowl. Whether served on its own or accompanied by crusty bread, this soup is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb ground beef
- 0.75 lb italian sausage
- 1 onion (finely diced, about 1/4-inch pieces)
- 1.5 tbsp garlic (freshly minced for best aroma)
- 1.5 tbsp italian seasoning
- 2.5 tsp salt
- 2.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- 4 cups beef broth
- 28 oz crushed tomatoes
- 20 oz cheese tortellini
- 0.75 cup cream
- 1 cup mozzarella
- 0.75 cup romano
- 1/2 cup parmesan
- parmesan (freshly shaved for best presentation)
- parsley
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef and Italian sausage; cook until browned. Stir in diced onion and minced garlic; sauté until translucent.
- Mix in Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes; let spices bloom for one minute.
- Pour in marinara sauce, beef broth, and crushed tomatoes; stir well to combine.
- Bring to a simmer, add cheese tortellini, and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Lower heat and stir in heavy cream until fully incorporated without boiling.
- Ladle into bowls; top with mozzarella, Romano, freshly shaved parmesan, and parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg