Experience all the comforting, bold flavors of a traditional baked lasagna in this simple one-pot meal. We simmer savory ground beef, crushed tomatoes, and broken lasagna noodles in a fragrant beef broth, finishing it with a dollop of creamy cottage cheese. It is a hearty, time-saving dinner that captures the essence of classic Italian-American home cooking without the tedious layering. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe delivers a rich, spoonable experience that the whole family will love.
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
1 lb. ground beef
4 cloves garlic, minced
Salt and black pepper to taste
28 oz can crushed tomatoes
14 oz can diced tomatoes
5 cups low-sodium beef broth
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
8 oz lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
1 cup cottage cheese
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
Fresh chopped parsley for garnish
Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.
Add the onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the ground beef to the pot and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon until browned; drain excess fat if needed.
Stir in the minced garlic, salt, and pepper, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, beef broth, oregano, and basil; stir to combine and bring to a boil.
Add the broken lasagna noodles, reduce heat to a simmer, and cook for 12-15 minutes, or until the noodles are tender and the soup has thickened.
Remove from heat and stir in the cottage cheese.
Serve in bowls topped with grated parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.
If the soup becomes too thick, add an additional 1/2 cup of broth to achieve your preferred consistency. For an extra cheesy touch, you can swap the cottage cheese for a ricotta-mozzarella blend. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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