Name: Instant Pot Lasagna Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 8 pcs Lasagna noodles (sliced into smaller pieces); 1 pound lean ground beef; 1 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin); 14.5 ounce canned tomatoes (x2); 1 tsp granulated sugar; 4 cups beef broth; 3 tbsp tomato paste; ¾ tsp fennel seeds; 1 tsp dried oregano; 1 tsp dried basil; 1 tsp dried thyme; 1 yellow onion; 4 cloves garlic; Salt & pepper (for taste); Shredded cheese (for topping)

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We have a great solution for your lasagna craving when you don’t feel like working for hours.

Try this instant pot lasagna soup. It will take less time and satisfy your cravings to the fullest.

You only need an electric pressure cooker and a few simple ingredients to enjoy this delicious recipe.

Keep on reading to find out more.

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Lasagna Soup Is:

A comfort food.
Easy to make.
Cheesy & flavorful.
Satisfying & crowd-pleasing.
Above all, a decoded version of lasagna.

Ingredients You Need For This Recipe:

Ground Beef

In this recipe, we are using lean ground beef. You can also go for ground turkey or simple Italian sausage.

Lasagna Noodles

Prepare lasagna in smaller sliced pieces, making it easier to cook and eat.

Onion & Garlic

To create some exciting flavors with beef. You can add more veggies too. Freely adjust the ingredients according to your preference.

Dried Herbs

Any fresh herbs are great to add—for example, basil, oregano, dried thyme, or fennel seeds.

Beef Broth

A small amount is needed only. You can also use chicken broth, vegetable broth, or bone broth.

Canned Tomatoes

The best one to use for this recipe is petite diced tomatoes.

Tomato Paste

Your cooking is complete with tomato paste; it adds an epic flavor to your dish. You can add chipotle paste or sriracha sauce for a more spicy taste.

Sugar

Just add a pinch of granulated sugar to balance the overall taste. A small amount of sweetness can create a great flavor to your lasagna soup.

Olive Oil

Oil is an essential part of cooking for sure. If you don’t have olive oil, avocado oil is the best replacement.

Salt & Pepper

These are the key ingredients to balance the flavor naturally. Ensure that you use perfectly ground pepper.

Cheese Topping

You can cheese according to your taste. You can add mozzarella, cheddar, parmesan, or swiss cheese. They all work great as a topping.

Step-by-Step Recipe of Lasagna Soup in Instant Pot:

Firstly, turn on the instant pot and add olive oil.
Add ground beef, basil, fennel seeds, dried thyme, oregano, sugar, and season with salt and pepper. Cook everything well until beef turns brown, and keep stirring with a wooden spoon to break the mixture apart.
Now add onion and garlic and keep cooking until they become glassy. It will take about 2-3 minutes.
Next, add tomato paste, beef broth, and canned tomatoes. Stir well until combined.
Chop the lasagna noodles into smaller pieces and insert them into the instant pot. Keep stirring until immersed well in the broth mixture.
Cover the pot with a lid and set the valve to sealing.
Now cook on manual high pressure for around 4 minutes. The average time to build the pressure is 15 minutes; after that countdown timer will begin to beep.
Once 4 minutes are done, naturally release the pressure for 10 minutes. Then quickly release any remaining pressure.
Now open the pot and gently stir everything together.
Always remember to taste from a spoon if the taste is good enough or if there is a need for more seasoning.
Serve the lasagna soup in bowls and top each serving with finely chopped cheese and fresh basil, and enjoy!

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Cooking Tips to Remember:

Making this soup in an instant pot is not necessary. If you have a stovetop, you can cook on it with the same procedure and ingredients.
You can make this soup ahead of time. Make the lasagna noodles separately and serve them with the refrigerated soup when it’s time.
Coat the delicious soup with cheese coating and enjoy with a fresh raspberry lemonade.
To light up your menu for dinner, add spaghetti squash lasagna so that everyone has different choices.

How to Store and Reheat the Instant Pot Lasagna Soup?

Store the soup in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for 3 months. Remember that the lasagna noodles will become thick as they absorb the liquid ingredients.

So, to fix the noodles, add chicken broth or water. A better way is to make noodles and soup separately. Merge them when you are ready to serve. It can save you from additional adjustments at the last moment.

Substitutions & Variations:

To get extra flavorsome soup, add sausage with the beef.
If you want to make this soup vegetarian, add cooked mushrooms or zucchini noodles as a replacement for meat.
Add veggies at the end to give a refreshing look to your soup. For example, stir well with some baby spinach, and insert it into the pot.
Tomato paste is essential for this recipe, but if you do not have it, use ketchup or chili garlic sauce if you want extra spice.
You can use avocado oil or sunflower oil if olive oil is unavailable.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Can I use ground turkey for this recipe?

Yes, you can go after any meat; it is your choice. Even chicken would work great!

Should I drain the ground beef before cooking?

You must drain any meat you are using. Draining the grease from ground beef will make your soup healthier and extra flavorful.

Does this recipe take the same cooking time as lasagna?

Not at all! You don’t have to spend hours in the kitchen and wait for that long. Instant pot lasagna soup takes 45 minutes to get ready, and prep time is at most 10 minutes.

How much protein does instant pot lasagna soup contain?

According to the serving of 1, you will get 9 grams of protein which is quite healthy and beneficial along with other nutrients.

How many servings of lasagna soup will this recipe make?

This recipe is perfect for the whole family, providing 6 cups of soup. You can even store the leftovers according to the given instructions above.

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Instant pot scrambled eggs

Instant pot steel-cut oats

Instant pot beef stew