This Lasagna Soup is a flavorful and customizable quick meal perfect for weeknights. With a mix of Italian chicken sausage, ground beef, and aromatic herbs, it's a hearty dish that's sure to satisfy. Top it with a creamy ricotta mixture for an extra touch of deliciousness.
1: Heat a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, drizzle or spray olive oil, add onion first.
2: Cool until brown and then add the ground beef, cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks for about 4 to 5 minutes.
3: Then add diced chicken sausage, heat thoroughly.
4: Add the chopped onion and crushed garlic and cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
5: Add parsley, broth, water, marinara sauce, tomato paste, bay leaves, and black pepper. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat and simmer for about 30 minutes.
6: In a medium bowl, combine ricotta, parmesan, and 2 tbsp parsley and mix.
7: Break pasta into bite-sized pieces and add to soup, cooking until al dente.
8: Serve the soup in a bowl with the ricotta mixture (optional).
