Easiest Lasagna Soup Recipe + Video

This Lasagna Soup recipe is everything you love about traditional lasagna, but made easier in one cozy pot. Rich Italian tomato broth, tender lasagna noodles, lean ground beef, and plenty of cheese come together for the ultimate comfort food soup. It has all the flavor of classic lasagna without the layering, baking, or extra dishes.

If you’re craving an easy weeknight dinner that tastes like it simmered all day, this one-pot lasagna soup delivers every time.

This recipe for lasagna soup has been on my website since 2012. From the moment I made it the first time, it became one of those dependable family dinners that everyone loved, and a great way for me to use up leftover noodles and easy pantry ingredients when I was scrambling to get dinner on the table for my family of 6.

The original idea came from my longtime friend Candi at The Devilish Dish. Our friendship has spanned three decades, and I can confidently say that anything she shares is going to be good. I tweaked it slightly to fit how I cook, because that’s just what I do.

If you love Lasagna and want easy ways to get those flavors into your belly, be sure to try my Skillet Lasagna, Slow Cooker Ravioli Lasagna and my Easy Weeknight Lasagna Toss, too!

Easy Lasagna Soup Recipe

If you love traditional lasagna but don’t always love the time it takes to make it, this easy lasagna soup recipe is going to win you over. You still get that rich tomato flavor, hearty ground beef, tender pasta, and creamy cheese in every bite, but instead of assembling layers, everything simmers together in one pot. It feels just as comforting and satisfying, but it’s simple enough for a busy weeknight.

It’s also one of those reliable family dinners that everyone happily eats. The broth is rich and flavorful without being heavy, the noodles soak up all that Italian seasoning, and that spoonful of ricotta and melty mozzarella on top truly makes it taste like lasagna in soup form. Whether you make it on the stovetop or adapt it for the slow cooker, this ground beef lasagna soup is cozy, practical, and always a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients in One-Pot Lasagna Soup

You will find the complete measurements and instructions in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.

• Lean ground beef – Adds hearty, classic lasagna flavor without making the soup greasy. Using lean beef keeps the broth rich but balanced. 
• Onion – Builds the base of flavor and adds subtle sweetness as it cooks down.
• Garlic – Essential for that unmistakable Italian depth. Fresh garlic makes a difference here.
• Petite diced tomatoes (with juice) – Adds texture and bright tomato flavor while keeping the broth slightly chunky, just like traditional lasagna filling.
• Spaghetti sauce or marinara sauce – This is where the bulk of the Italian flavor comes from. Use your favorite jarred marinara or my homemade marinara recipe to get that rich tomato broth. 
• Chicken bouillon – Enhances the savory base and adds layered flavor to the broth.
• Beef bouillon – Reinforces that hearty beefy richness and deepens the soup’s overall flavor.
• Water – Creates the perfect soup consistency while allowing the bouillon and sauce to shine.
• Italian seasoning – Brings in that classic herb blend you expect in an Italian soup recipe.
• Basil – Adds a touch of fresh, aromatic flavor that pairs beautifully with tomato and cheese.
• Bay leaf – Gently infuses flavor while the soup simmers, adding depth without overpowering.
• Lasagna noodles (broken) – Gives the soup its signature feel. Breaking them into pieces makes every spoonful satisfying and hearty.
• Shredded Parmesan cheese – Stirred into the soup for a salty, nutty finish that rounds everything out.
• Ricotta and shredded mozzarella (for serving) – The finishing touch that makes this taste like true lasagna. Creamy, melty, and completely worth it.

How to Make Lasagna Soup On the Stovetop

This easy lasagna soup recipe comes together quickly.

In a large soup pot over medium heat, brown the lean ground beef with the chopped onion and minced garlic. Season with salt and pepper to taste as it cooks. Once fully cooked, drain any excess grease.

Add the petite diced tomatoes (with juice), spaghetti sauce, chicken bouillon, beef bouillon, water, Italian seasoning, basil, and bay leaf. Stir well. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and allow it to simmer for about 25 minutes so the flavors can develop.

Stir in the broken lasagna noodles and cook until they are tender, about 10 to 15 minutes.

Remove the bay leaf. Stir in the shredded Parmesan cheese about 5 minutes before serving.

Ladle into bowls and top each serving with ricotta and shredded mozzarella cheese.

We love to serve some cheesy garlic bread alongside for soaking up every drop!

Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup

Add the browned meat mixture, sauces, tomatoes, and seasoning to the crockpot. Cook on low for 4 hours. Turn to high, add in lasagna noodles, and cook until tender. (about an hour) Stir in parmesan before ladling into bowls to serve with mozzarella and ricotta.

Make Ahead & Storage Tips

Make Ahead:
You can prepare the soup base (without the noodles) in advance and refrigerate it. When ready to serve, reheat and add the broken lasagna noodles, cooking until tender. This helps prevent the pasta from absorbing too much broth.

Refrigerator:
Store leftover lasagna soup in an airtight container for up to 4 days. The noodles will continue to absorb liquid as it sits, so you may need to add a splash of water or chicken stock when reheating.

Freezer:
For best results, freeze the soup without the noodles. Once thawed and reheated, cook fresh noodles directly in the soup. This keeps the texture just right.

Reheating:
Warm gently on the stovetop over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally. Add a little water if needed to loosen the broth.

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Best Lasagna Soup Recipe

This homemade lasagna soup is easy to customize. Use your favorite marinara if you prefer a sweeter or more robust flavor. If you enjoy a little extra richness, be generous with the ricotta and mozzarella on top. The base recipe is hearty and flavorful, but the cheese topping truly makes it feel like authentic lasagna in soup form. This recipe is also delicious with a combination of ground Italian sausage and ground beef, or leave the meat out completely, or swap it with fresh spinach for a meatless meal the whole family is sure to love.  

Can I Use Other Noodles in Lasagna Soup?

Absolutely. While broken lasagna noodles give this stovetop lasagna soup its classic feel, you can use any type of pasta that you have. Rotini, penne, or ziti all work beautifully. Just cook until tender and avoid overcooking so the noodles don’t become too soft.

Other simple recipes that use uncooked noodles

Simple recipes are a lifesaver for busy families, and removing that step of boiling the pasta makes life so easy! I have tons of easy 30-minute meals that you can dump a box of pasta into. Here are some of my favorite recipes that use uncooked noodles: my Italian Wonderpot (pictured above), my Instant Pot Fettuccini Alfredo, Tortellini Soup with Spinach and Sausage, and this Shrimp Pad Thai Wonderpot recipe.

Or take a peek at these: Mexican Mac ‘n Cheese, No Boil Manicotti, Spicy Smoked Sausage Cheesy Pasta Skillet, or Instant Pot Spaghetti and Meatballs from some of my blogger buddies.

You can find all of my pasta recipes here and all of my soup recipes here.

Whether you make this Lasagna Soup on a busy weeknight or let it simmer on a slow Sunday afternoon, I hope it becomes one of those recipes you turn to again and again. It’s hearty without being fussy, comforting without being complicated, and full of those familiar Italian flavors we all love.

Top it generously with ricotta and mozzarella, grab a slice of crusty bread, and gather your people around the table. That’s what this kind of comfort food is all about.

This recipe was originally posted on January 16, 2012. It was updated to improve user experience and re-posted on February 26, 2026.