In our busy household, where four kids with active schedules and a calendar that feels more like air traffic control, quick and nourishing meals are a must. Finding recipes that are both satisfying and simple to prepare is key—especially when I have just a few minutes to get dinner on the table.

A few weeks ago, a friend shared a delicious lasagna soup recipe with me, and after a few tweaks to fit our family’s tastes and time constraints, it’s become a regular on our dinner rotation. It’s hearty, comforting, and the best part? It comes together in no time.

Here’s the recipe in its simplest form—because I know that’s what busy families need most!

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Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground Italian sausage
• 1 lb ground sirloin or ground turkey
• 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
• 1 scallion, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 8 cups chicken stock
• 1 large jar of spaghetti sauce (we love Rao’s)
• 1 small can of tomato paste
• 1/2 lb rigatoni noodles
• 1 small carton of ricotta cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 2 cups fresh baby spinach
• Crusty bread, for serving
• Olive oil and balsamic vinegar, for dipping

Instructions:

1. Brown the meats: In a large Dutch oven or soup pot, cook the ground Italian sausage and ground sirloin (or turkey) over medium heat until browned and crumbled, about 5-7 minutes.
2. Add the aromatics: Stir in the chopped scallion, minced garlic, and Italian seasoning. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
3. Add liquids: Pour in the chicken stock, spaghetti sauce, and tomato paste. Stir to combine. Bring the mixture to a boil.
4. Cook the noodles: Add the rigatoni noodles to the pot. Let it boil for 8-10 minutes or until the noodles are tender and cooked through.
5. Stir in the cheeses and spinach: Lower the heat to medium. Add the ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella, and baby spinach. Stir until the cheese is melted and the spinach is wilted.
6. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls, and serve with crusty bread on the side, along with a simple olive oil and balsamic vinegar dipping sauce.

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This lasagna soup is the perfect combination of flavors without the hassle of assembling a full lasagna. It’s filling, comforting, and packed with all the delicious lasagna flavors we love—just in a soup form! Plus, it’s a one-pot meal, which makes cleanup a breeze.

Enjoy!