High Protein Lasagna Soup

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon Olive Oil (extra‑virgin preferred)
• 1 large Onion (peeled and diced)
• 2 pounds Lean Ground Beef (90 % lean, break up while cooking)
• 1 tablespoon Salt (kosher or sea salt)
• 1 tablespoon Black Pepper (freshly ground)
• 1 tablespoon Garlic (minced fresh garlic)
• 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste (concentrated tomato paste)
• 28 ounces Crushed Tomatoes (canned, no‑salt added if possible)
• 2 tablespoons Italian Seasoning (blend of oregano, basil, thyme)
• 16 ounces Cottage Cheese (blended smooth, low‑fat)
• 8 cups Chicken Bone Broth (store‑bought or homemade, low‑sodium)
• 1 pound Lasagna Noodles (break into bite‑size pieces; whole‑wheat optional)

Instructions

1. Prep the Vegetables

   Dice the onion into small cubes and mince the garlic. Set aside.

   Time: PT5M

2. Sauté Onion

   Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large stock pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until translucent.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: Medium

3. Brown the Ground Beef

   Add the 2 lb lean ground beef to the pot. Break it up with the wooden spoon and cook for 5–7 minutes, until no longer pink.

   Time: PT7M

   Temperature: Medium

4. Build the Soup Base

   Stir in 2 tbsp tomato paste, then add the 28 oz crushed tomatoes, 2 tbsp Italian seasoning, and the 8 cups chicken bone broth. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: Medium‑High

5. Add Lasagna Noodles

   Break the lasagna noodles into bite‑size pieces and add them to the simmering broth. Reduce heat to a low simmer, cover, and cook for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until noodles are tender.

   Time: PT20M

   Temperature: Low Simmer

6. Finish with Cottage Cheese

   Remove the pot from heat. Stir in the blended 16 oz cottage cheese until fully incorporated, creating a creamy texture.

   Time: PT2M

7. Portion and Serve

   Ladle the hot soup into bowls or meal‑prep containers. Garnish with fresh basil or grated Parmesan if desired.

   Time: PT5M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

350

Protein

30 g

Carbohydrates

30 g

Fat

12 g

Fiber

2 g