LAZY GIRL LASAGNA
✨ Lazy Girl Lasagna Soup ✨
If you’re craving lasagna but don’t have the time (or patience) to layer and bake, this Lazy Girl Lasagna Soup is your new best friend! 🥣 It’s hearty, comforting, and incredibly easy to throw together. Here’s how to make it:
Ingredients:
• 1 box of lasagna noodles
• Spaghetti sauce (your favorite kind!)
• Chicken broth (amount depends on how thick you like your soup)
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4-1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
• 4 spoonfuls of ricotta cheese
• 1 handful of shredded Italian blend cheese
Spices:
• Italian seasoning
• Red pepper flakes
• Salt & pepper
Directions:
1️⃣ Cook the noodles in salted water until al dente. Drain, but save 1/2–1 cup of the pasta water. Leave the noodles in the pot.
2️⃣ Brown the ground beef in a pan with the diced onion and garlic. Season with salt and pepper. Drain excess fat.
3️⃣ Combine the beef mixture with the noodles and reserved pasta water.
4️⃣ Stir in spaghetti sauce (use as much as you like), chicken broth, and heavy whipping cream to achieve your desired soup consistency.
5️⃣ Add ricotta cheese (about 4 spoonfuls) and a handful of Italian blend cheese. Stir until melted and creamy.
6️⃣ Season to taste with Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, and more salt and pepper. (Season with your heart—taste as you go!)
7️⃣ Let the soup simmer for a few minutes to thicken.
Serve hot with garlic bread for dipping, and enjoy the coziest, easiest lasagna hack ever! 🤤
Pro tip: You really can’t mess this one up—just adjust to your liking and enjoy!
Lasagna is a classic comfort food, but preparing it can be time-consuming. This Lazy Girl Lasagna Soup perfectly captures the essence of lasagna without the fuss. With its simple ingredients and quick preparation, it’s suitable for those busy nights when you crave something hearty but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen. Start with some lasagna noodles, which are cooked until al dente and then combined with a savory mixture of ground beef, onions, and garlic. The addition of spaghetti sauce and chicken broth creates a rich, flavorful broth that enhances the heartiness of the dish. Don't forget a splash of heavy whipping cream for that creaminess that makes a lasagna so delightful! Enhancing the flavor is as simple as adding some Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes – adjust these to your taste. The final touch comes from incorporating ricotta and shredded Italian cheese, leading to a melty, creamy texture that will remind you of traditional lasagna. Serve this soup with garlic bread for dipping, making it an ideal meal for family gatherings or cozy dinners. This recipe is also very flexible: you can easily substitute or add vegetables or change up the proteins depending on what you have available. It truly embodies the concept of 'lazy cooking' while still allowing you to enjoy a delicious, homemade meal that feels indulgent. Perfect for the lazy girl or guy in everyone!
