Description
A cozy, cheesy one-pot soup that combines all the flavors of lasagna—rich tomato broth, hearty pasta, gooey cheese, and tender beef—without the hassle of layering. This TikTok viral recipe has earned its hype as the ultimate weeknight comfort food.
Ingredients
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1 Tbsp olive oil
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1 medium onion, diced
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3–4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 lb lean ground beef
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1.5 Tbsp Italian seasoning
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1 tsp salt
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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1 Tbsp tomato paste
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4 cups beef broth
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1 jar marinara sauce (e.g., Rao’s)
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1 can diced tomatoes with juices
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1/4 cup water
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10 oz lasagna noodles, broken in half
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1 1/2 cups cottage cheese
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1/2 cup shaved parmesan
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1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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1 cup chopped spinach
Optional Garnish
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1/2 cup cottage cheese
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2 Tbsp chopped basil
Instructions
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Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; sauté 3–4 minutes until fragrant.
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Add ground beef and cook 4–6 minutes, breaking apart, until no longer pink.
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Stir in Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and tomato paste. Mix to coat beef.
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Pour in beef broth, marinara sauce, water, and diced tomatoes. Stir well, then add noodles, ensuring they’re submerged.
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Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally so noodles don’t stick.
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Reduce the heat and stir in cottage cheese, parmesan, mozzarella, and spinach. Cook until spinach wilts and cheese melts.
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Serve hot, garnished with extra cottage cheese and basil if desired.
Notes
Use a high-quality marinara (like Rao’s) for the best flavor.
Stir noodles while cooking to prevent clumping.
Ricotta or cream cheese can replace cottage cheese.
For vegetarians: swap ground beef for plant-based meat and use veggie broth.
Add broth when reheating, as noodles absorb liquid.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup / Pasta
- Method: One-pot / Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American