Description
Instant Pot Lasagna Soup combines the hearty, rich flavors of classic lasagna into a convenient and cozy one-pot meal. Featuring ground beef, tender broken lasagna noodles, savory marinara, and a blend of Italian herbs, this comforting soup is finished with creamy ricotta, melted mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for quick family dinners, it comes together rapidly in the Instant Pot, delivering lasagna satisfaction without the layers and fuss.
Ingredients
Meat and Aromatics
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Sauces
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 (24 oz) jar marinara sauce
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
Broth and Pasta
- 4 cups beef broth
- 8 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
Cheeses and Garnish
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley or basil, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté aromatics and beef: Set the Instant Pot to the Sauté function and heat the olive oil. Add the ground beef and diced onion, cooking until the beef is browned and the onions are softened. Drain any excess grease if necessary.
- Add garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, taking care not to burn it.
- Season the mixture: Sprinkle in salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, dried basil, and oregano. Stir well to evenly coat the beef and onion mixture with the herbs and spices.
- Add liquids and noodles: Pour in the marinara sauce, diced tomatoes (with juices), beef broth, and broken pieces of lasagna noodles. Stir to combine all ingredients thoroughly and prevent noodles from sticking.
- Pressure cook: Seal the Instant Pot lid and set the valve to Sealing. Cook on High Pressure for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the noodles to cook through.
- Release pressure: When cooking is complete, perform a quick pressure release by carefully turning the valve to Venting to release steam before opening the lid.
- Final seasoning and serving: Stir the soup well and taste to adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately, topping each bowl with dollops of ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley or basil if desired for garnish and extra flavor.
Notes
- Stir noodles well before pressure cooking to prevent them from sticking together or to the bottom of the pot.
- For creamier texture, gently fold some ricotta cheese directly into the hot soup before serving.
- Leftover soup will thicken as it sits; add extra beef broth or water when reheating to reach your preferred consistency.
- Use gluten-free lasagna noodles to make this recipe gluten-free.
- Ensure the Instant Pot is properly sealed before pressure cooking to avoid loss of liquid and uneven cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Instant Pot
- Cuisine: Italian-American
