One Pot Lasagna Soup

Lasagna is one of those dishes that feels like a warm hug—it’s hearty, cheesy, and a favorite in so many homes. But what if you could capture all that lasagna goodness in a cozy, soul-warming soup? That’s where this One Pot Lasagna Soup comes in. It’s got all the rich flavors of lasagna—beef, sausage, noodles, and Italian herbs—without the layering and baking. Perfect for a chilly evening, a busy weeknight, or when you’re craving comfort food fast.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

One pot wonder – easy prep, easy cleanup.
Hearty & filling – with beef, sausage, and noodles, it eats like a meal.
Family favorite – kids and adults both love it!
Customizable – top it with ricotta, mozzarella, or parmesan (or all three).

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
1 lb ground Italian sausage
10 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
1 onion, chopped
4 tsp garlic, minced
24 oz jar pasta sauce
14 oz can diced tomatoes
2 tbsp tomato paste
8 cups chicken broth
1 tsp sugar
2 tsp balsamic vinegar
2 tsp dried basil
1 tsp dried oregano
1 bay leaf
Salt & pepper, to taste
Cheese for topping: parmesan, mozzarella, or ricotta

Instructions

Brown the meat – In a large pot over medium-high heat, cook the beef, sausage, and onion until browned. Drain excess fat.
Add flavor – Stir in garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
Build the soup – Add pasta sauce, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, chicken broth, sugar, vinegar, basil, oregano, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
Simmer & cook noodles – Bring to a boil. Break the lasagna noodles into bite-sized pieces and stir them in. Lower heat to medium-low and cook until noodles are tender, stirring occasionally.
Serve & top – Ladle into bowls and finish with a generous dollop of ricotta or a sprinkle of mozzarella/parmesan.

Tips & Tricks

Make it creamy – Stir in a splash of heavy cream before serving.
Cheese lovers – Bake little cheese toasts on baguette slices to serve alongside.
Storage – The noodles will soak up liquid if stored; add extra broth when reheating.