Description
Comfort meets convenience in this hearty instant pot lasagna soup that combines classic Italian flavors with modern cooking techniques. Rich layers of pasta, ground beef, and melted cheese create a soul-warming meal you’ll crave on chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 8 lasagna noodles
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
Dairy and Cheese Ingredients:
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Spices, Herbs, and Additional Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar (optional)
- 1 ½ cups water
- ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Initiate the flavor foundation by heating olive oil in the Instant Pot and thoroughly browning the ground beef until deep caramel-colored, releasing robust meaty aromas.
- Introduce finely chopped onions and minced garlic, sautéing until translucent and fragrant, then season generously with Italian herbs, salt, pepper, and a subtle hint of red pepper flakes to build complexity.
- Create the liquid base by incorporating beef broth, crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and a splash of balsamic vinegar, stirring meticulously to ensure harmonious blending of ingredients.
- Fragment lasagna noodles into rustic, irregular pieces and gently fold them into the simmering liquid, then supplement with additional water to achieve the desired soupy consistency.
- Secure the Instant Pot lid, engaging the pressure cooking mechanism at high intensity for precisely five minutes, allowing the ingredients to meld and noodles to become tender yet substantial.
- Once cooking completes, rapidly release pressure and allow the soup to rest momentarily, permitting natural thickening and flavor intensification.
- Ladle the aromatic soup into warm serving bowls, crowning each portion with luxurious dollops of ricotta, generous sprinkles of mozzarella and Parmesan, and delicate fresh basil leaves for a vibrant finishing touch.
Notes
- Customize the heat level by adjusting red pepper flakes for spice lovers or reducing them for milder palates.
- Break lasagna noodles strategically into smaller, bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking and easier eating.
- Enhance protein content by substituting ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based meat alternatives for health-conscious diners.
- Opt for no-boil lasagna noodles to create a quicker, more convenient version of this comforting soup without compromising texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg