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Lasagna Soup Recipe (Easy for Kids to Read!)
Lasagna soup is like eating lasagna in a bowl! It’s super tasty and easy to make. Let’s make yummy lasagna soup recipe step-by-step.
Ingredients You Will Need:
- 1 pound ground beef or turkey (meat)
- 1 onion, chopped (adds flavor)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced (extra yummy)
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken broth (for the soup base)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (for taste)
- 8 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
- 1 cup ricotta cheese (for creaminess)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (melty cheese)
- Salt and pepper (for taste)
- Fresh basil (optional for garnish)
Steps to Make Lasagna Soup Recipe:
1. Cook the Meat
- In a big pot, cook the ground beef or turkey over medium heat until it’s brown.
- Add the chopped onion and garlic. Cook for 2-3 minutes until soft.
2. Add the Tomatoes and Broth
- Pour in the crushed tomatoes and chicken broth.
- Sprinkle in the Italian seasoning.
- Stir everything together and let it cook for about 10 minutes.
3. Cook the Lasagna Noodles
- Break the lasagna noodles into smaller pieces.
- Add them to the soup.
- Let the noodles cook in the soup for about 8-10 minutes or until soft.
4. Make It Creamy
- Mix the ricotta cheese with a little salt and pepper.
- Spoon a little bit of ricotta mixture into each bowl of soup.
5. Add Cheese on Top
- Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top of each bowl. The hot soup will melt the cheese!
- Add fresh basil for extra flavor if you like.
Tips to Make It Extra Yummy:
- Add Vegetables: You can add carrots, spinach, or zucchini for more veggies.
- No Meat: If you don’t want meat, you can skip it and make it a veggie soup.
- Spicy Kick: Want a little spice? Add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
Quiz Time! (Have Fun with Food)
What’s your favorite part of lasagna?
- The noodles
- The cheese
- The sauce
Vote in the comments and let’s see which one wins!
Why You’ll Love This Soup:
- Quick to make: Ready in about 30 minutes.
- Tastes like lasagna: But easier to eat!
- Fun for kids: Everyone loves cheesy noodles.
Try this lasagna soup today and let us know how much your family loves it!