There are two kinds of dinners in this world: the ones that require every pot in your kitchen… and the ones that feel like you cheated because they were so easy. This one pot lasagna soup is firmly in the second category, and I’m excited to share my version with you today!
It has everything we love about classic lasagna — rich tomato broth, hearty ground beef, savory sausage, tender noodles — but it comes together in a single pot on the stove. No layering. No baking.
This is one of those cozy meals that tastes like you spent all afternoon cooking, but really it’s just a smart shortcut dinner that delivers big comfort with very little fuss. The special skinny lasagna noodles soak up all that tomato flavor, and the broth has a deep, savory base thanks to a simple ingredient that makes a huge difference.
If you love lasagna but don’t always have the time (or patience) to build a full pan, this soup is the weeknight hero version.
Tips for the Best One Pot Lasagna Soup
This soup is very forgiving, which makes it perfect for busy nights. A few simple tips help it turn out rich, hearty, and perfectly textured every time.
Brown the meat well
Let the beef and sausage get some color before adding liquid. That caramelization builds flavor that carries through the entire pot.
Break the noodles before cooking
Those skinny lasagna noodles cook beautifully in soup, but breaking them into smaller pieces first makes the soup easier to eat and helps them cook evenly. I buy the skinny noodles at TJ Maxx in the food section. I break each long noodle into 3-4 pieces. But you can also use regular lasagna noodles broken into pieces.
Stir occasionally while noodles cook
Lasagna noodles are starchier than regular pasta and can stick if ignored. A quick stir every couple minutes keeps everything moving and prevents clumping.
Adjust the thickness
Lasagna soup naturally thickens as it sits. If you like it brothy, add a splash of water or extra broth before serving leftovers. If you like it thick and hearty, let it simmer a little longer.
You can also use whatever type of diced tomatoes you prefer. You can use the plain diced tomatoes or the Italia ones. In these pictures, I’m using Rotel with chiles because that is the only kind I had on hand.
Finish with cheese at the table
Instead of stirring cheese into the pot, serve bowls with ricotta, mozzarella, or parmesan on top. It melts into the soup and gives that classic lasagna finish without over-thickening the base.
I like to mix the parmesan and the ricotta together and drop a spoonful or two into individual bowls just before serving. This way the cheese acts as more of a compliment than overpowering the tomato broth flavor.
Why Caldo de Tomate Makes Our One Pot Lasagna Soup Better
The secret to the deep tomato flavor in this soup isn’t complicated — it’s Knorr’s Caldo de Tomate. I use this stuff in everything from pastas to hispanic dishes!
This tomato bouillon adds a savory, slightly sweet, concentrated tomato base that tastes like it simmered all day. It boosts the broth without needing a long ingredient list or hours of cooking.
Because it’s already seasoned, it helps balance salt, acidity, and richness in one step. When it combines with the browned meat and pasta starch, the result is a broth that tastes layered and cozy instead of thin or watery.
If you’ve never cooked with Caldo de Tomate before, it’s a pantry shortcut that turns simple soups into something that tastes restaurant-level with almost no extra effort.
Now, if you don’t have Caldo de Tomate, no worries! You can always use regular chicken or beef broth.
One Pot Lasagna Soup
Ingredients
Lasagna Soup Base
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 1 lb Ground sausage We prefer Jimmy Dean, medium.
- ¾ cup Onion Diced
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 20 oz Diced tomatoes Undrained
- 6 oz Tomato paste
- 16 oz Tomato sauce
- 4 cups Broth We prefer Knorr Caldo de Tomate. You can also use beef broth.
- 8 oz Lasagna noodles Half a box of lasagna noodles, broken into 3 inch pieces; Skinny lasagna noodles work great if you can find them but any lasagna noodles will work.
Lasagna Soup Topping
- 1 cup Ricotta cheese
- 1 cup Parmesan grated
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Black pepper
- Basil Or parsley; a few sprigs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Lasagna Soup
- In a large stock pot, brown ground beef and ground sausage together with the onion and seasonings. Drain meat and return to pot.
- Add undrained tomatoes, tomato paste, tomato sauce, and tomato broth (or chicken or beef broth).
- Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Once mixture is at a boil, reduce heat to medium-low and add the noodles and cook for 10 minutes – until the noodles are soft and the mixture is a bit thick.
Make Cheese Topping
- In a small mixing bowl, mix the Ricotta cheese, Parmesan, salt, and black pepper.
- Add a drop of the cheese mixture onto the individual serving bowls of the soup. Garnish with shredded parsley or basil.
- Serve with warm crusty bread.
Nutrition
This one pot lasagna soup has earned a permanent spot in our dinner rotation.
It delivers all the flavors of classic lasagna without the work, and it reheats beautifully for the next day!
If you’re craving comfort food but want to keep things simple, this soup is exactly the kind of cozy shortcut meal that makes life easier! I hope you give it a try!
More Delicious Soups
Check out some of our other delicious soups before you go!
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