Description
A cozy and delightful lasagna-inspired soup featuring rich flavors, hearty bow tie pasta, and creamy cheeses, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 ounces bow tie pasta
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef or sausage in a large pot over medium heat and drain excess fat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until the onion is translucent.
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes, beef broth, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil.
- Add the bow tie pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Stir in ricotta cheese to create a creamy base.
- Serve hot, topped with shredded mozzarella cheese and fresh basil.
Notes
For added richness, consider using low-sodium beef broth and incorporating additional vegetables like carrots or bell peppers.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: lasagna, soup, comfort food, Italian, family dinner
