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Amazing Homemade Lasagna Soup with Bow Tie Pasta Delight Recipe

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This Amazing Homemade Lasagna Soup with Bow Tie Pasta Delight brings all the comforting flavors of classic lasagna into a warming, hearty soup. Featuring lean ground beef, fire-roasted diced tomatoes, Italian herbs, and creamy ricotta and mozzarella cheeses, this soup is a perfect main dish for any occasion. Cooked on the stovetop, this dish combines the richness of traditional lasagna with the ease and speed of a one-pot meal.

Ingredients

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Meats and Dairy

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Vegetables and Aromatics

  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

Pantry

  • 28 oz canned fire-roasted diced tomatoes
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tsp dried Italian herbs
  • 8 oz bow tie pasta

Instructions

  1. Brown the beef: In a large pot over medium heat, cook the lean ground beef until fully browned and no pink remains. Drain the excess fat and set the beef aside.
  2. Sauté aromatics: In the same pot, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook them over medium heat until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes, to release their flavors.
  3. Add tomatoes and herbs: Pour in the canned fire-roasted diced tomatoes along with their juices. Stir in the dried Italian herbs to infuse the soup with classic Italian seasoning.
  4. Simmer broth: Add the low-sodium chicken broth to the pot and bring the mixture to a simmer. Let it cook gently for about 10 minutes to marry the flavors.
  5. Cook the pasta: Stir in the bow tie pasta and cook according to package instructions, making sure the pasta remains firm and does not become mushy.
  6. Finish with cheese: Once the pasta is cooked, remove the pot from the heat and fold in the ricotta cheese until the soup becomes creamy. Just before serving, sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top to melt slightly from the residual heat.

Notes

  • Use lean ground beef to keep the soup lighter and reduce excess fat.
  • Fire-roasted tomatoes enhance the soup’s smoky flavor, but you can substitute with regular diced tomatoes if needed.
  • Be careful not to overcook the bow tie pasta to prevent it from becoming mushy.
  • For a vegetarian version, substitute beef with cooked lentils or mushrooms, and use vegetable broth.
  • Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated gently on the stove.

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