Save to Pinterest A comforting fusion of classic lasagne flavors in a hearty soup, topped with golden, cheesy biscuit melts. Perfect for cozy family dinners.
I remember the first chilly weekend we tested this lasagne soup. The whole house smelled amazing and everyone rushed to the dinner table for those cheesy biscuit melts fresh from the oven.
Ingredients
- Ground beef or Italian sausage: 1 lb (450 g), use either one according to your preference
- Medium onion: Diced
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
- Red bell pepper: Diced
- Crushed tomatoes: 1 (28 oz / 800 g) can
- Tomato sauce: 1 (15 oz / 425 g) can
- Low-sodium chicken or beef broth: 4 cups (1 L)
- Tomato paste: 2 tbsp
- Italian seasoning: 2 tsp
- Dried basil: 1 tsp
- Crushed red pepper flakes (optional): 1/2 tsp
- Lasagna noodles: 8, broken into pieces
- Heavy cream: 1/2 cup (120 ml)
- Salt and black pepper: To taste
- All-purpose flour: 1 1/2 cups (190 g)
- Baking powder: 2 tsp
- Baking soda: 1/2 tsp
- Salt: 1/2 tsp
- Garlic powder: 1/2 tsp
- Cold unsalted butter: 1/2 cup (115 g), cubed
- Mozzarella cheese: 1 cup (100 g), shredded
- Parmesan cheese: 1/2 cup (50 g), grated
- Buttermilk: 3/4 cup (180 ml)
- Ricotta cheese: 1/2 cup (120 g), for serving
- Chopped fresh basil or parsley (optional): For garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the oven:
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Brown the meat:
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the ground beef or sausage over medium-high heat, breaking up with a spoon, until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Sauté vegetables:
- Add onion, garlic, and red bell pepper. Sauté for 4–5 minutes until softened.
- Make soup base:
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, broth, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, basil, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer.
- Cook noodles:
- Add broken lasagna noodles. Simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, until noodles are tender (about 15 minutes).
- Finish soup:
- Stir in heavy cream. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Let soup simmer gently while you prepare biscuits.
- Make biscuit dough:
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and garlic powder.
- Cut in butter:
- Cut in cold butter with a pastry cutter or fingers until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Mix in cheeses and buttermilk:
- Fold in mozzarella and Parmesan. Add buttermilk; stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Bake biscuits:
- Drop heaping spoonfuls of biscuit dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet (6–8 biscuits). Bake 12–15 minutes, until golden brown. Cool slightly.
- Assemble and serve:
- Ladle hot lasagne soup into bowls. Top each bowl with a scoop of ricotta. Place a warm cheesy biscuit melt on top or alongside. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired.
Save to Pinterest This recipe became an instant hit for our family dinner nights. Everyone loves building their own bowls and adding extra cheese on top.
Required Tools
Large pot or Dutch oven is key for this recipe. You will also need a baking sheet, mixing bowls, a pastry cutter or fork, and a ladle for serving.
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (gluten), milk, eggs (if using in biscuit), cheese. Always check product labels for allergens if unsure.
Nutritional Information
Each serving is approximately 540 calories, 27 g fat, 47 g carbohydrates, and 27 g protein.
Save to Pinterest Enjoy this warm twist on a classic Italian favorite. These cheesy biscuit melts make any soup night feel special.
Recipe FAQs
- → Can I use sausage instead of ground beef?
Yes, Italian sausage adds rich flavor. Adjust seasonings to taste and cook thoroughly before adding other ingredients.
- → How do I make this vegetarian?
Skip the meat and use vegetable broth. You may want to add extra vegetables, like spinach or zucchini, for heartiness.
- → Can I use gluten-free alternatives?
Substitute the lasagna noodles and flour for certified gluten-free versions. Be sure to check all ingredient labels for allergens.
- → Do biscuit melts freeze well?
Baked biscuits can be cooled, wrapped, and frozen for up to one month. Reheat in the oven to restore their crispness before serving.
- → What cheese works best in the biscuits?
Mozzarella and Parmesan provide great texture and flavor, but cheddar or Gruyère can be used for variety.
- → How can I add extra vegetables?
Chopped spinach, zucchini, mushrooms or carrots can be sautéed with the onion and pepper for added nutrition and color.