**Post Title: Hearty Lasagna Soup with Parmesan and Bacon Recipe**
Warm up your day with a bowl of the Hearty Lasagna Soup with Parmesan and Bacon. This dish layers rich flavors with Parmesan and crispy bacon! It’s perfect for family gatherings or a cozy dinner at home.
**Prep Time**: 15 minutes
**Cook Time:** 30 minutes
**Total Time:** 45 minutes
**Servings:** 6
## Introduction
Do you love the comforting flavor of lasagna but in a way that’s less complicated to make? This lasagna soup is perfect for you! It is rich, filling, flavorful, and comforting all in one.
## Why make this recipe
Lasagna Soup with Parmesan and Bacon replaces the traditional layering and lengthy baking time with a single pot and less than an hour of cooking, making it ideal for a quick weeknight dinner. Also, you can enjoy all the flavors of a traditional lasagna in a new, slurp-able form!
## How to make Lasagna Soup with Parmesan and Bacon
## Ingredients for Lasagna Soup with Parmesan and Bacon:
– 6 slices of bacon, chopped
– 1 pound ground beef
– 1 onion, diced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
– 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
– 4 cups chicken broth
– 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
– 2 teaspoons sugar
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 8 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
– 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– Fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)
## Directions:
1. Cook the bacon in a large pot over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside, leaving about 1 tablespoon of bacon fat in the pot.
2. Add the ground beef to the pot and cook it until it browns. Drain the excess fat.
3. Stir in the diced onion and minced garlic. Continue cooking until the onion turns translucent.
4. Add the crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, sugar, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.
5. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer. Add the broken lasagna noodles and cook until tender but still firm (al dente).
6. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and let it melt into the soup. Adjust the seasons as needed.
7. Ladle the soup into bowls, then sprinkle with crispy bacon, mozzarella cheese, and fresh basil.
## How to serve Lasagna Soup with Parmesan and Bacon
Serve this soup hot. It tastes great with a side of garlic bread to dip in the soup and a fresh salad to complete the meal.
## How to store Lasagna Soup with Parmesan and Bacon
To store leftover soup, let it cool completely. Then transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. For longer storage, you can freeze the soup for up to 1 month. Just be sure to thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.
## Tips to make Lasagna Soup with Parmesan and Bacon
– For a healthier version, replace ground beef with ground turkey or chicken.
– To lighten the dish, you can use low-fat cheese.
– Add red pepper flakes for a touch of spice!
## Variation (if any)
Feel free to add more vegetables such as bell peppers, zucchini, or spinach to make the soup even healthier!
## FAQs
1. Can I use a different type of noodle?
– Yes, feel free to use any pasta you have on hand. Just be sure to adjust cooking time as needed.
2. Can I make this soup ahead of time?
– Absolutely! In fact, the flavor develops even more when stored overnight. Don’t add the cheese until you’re about to serve it to avoid it from turning soggy.
3. Can I make this vegetarian?
– Yes, you can simply omit the bacon and replace the ground beef with a plant-based substitute, like mushrooms or lentils.