Instant Pot Lasagna in Soup Form

Okay, folks, I’m about to drop a recipe that’s like giving lasagna a cozy, liquid blanket. Enter: Instant Pot Lasagna in Soup Form. It’s nothing too fancy, just all your lasagna favorites having a party in a pot. Plus, it’s got that slurp factor! Perfect for those chilly nights when you wanna eat like a king but don’t wanna mess with too many dishes.

So, let me tell you, my dear husband and our pack of hungry littles can’t get enough of this stuff. I remember the first time I made it — the kids were suspicious (as always), but one taste and they were all in. My hubby? Well, let’s just say he’d marry me all over again just for this soup. It’s become that go-to family meal when I need something comforting yet kinda special.

Why You’ll Love This Instant Pot Lasagna in Soup Form

1. No fussin’ with layers! It’s like your favorite lasagna but in lazy liquid form.
2. It’s a hug in a bowl, perfect for when you need all the carbs and none of the guilt.
3. Takes ya back to your childhood without all those adult decisions (like what salad goes with the lasagna?!).
4. Leftovers? Ha, good luck having any. But if you do, they taste even better the next day.

How to Make It

First off, grab that Instant Pot and your ingredients. We’re gonna start by browning some ground meat — doesn’t have to be perfect. I usually multitask here, stirring with one hand and sipping coffee with the other. Then, toss in your chopped onion and garlic. Let’s be real, I often forget the garlic, but when I remember, it’s like, wow.

Next, dump in your broth, tomatoes, and all those spices. This is when the magic happens, folks. Smash those broken lasagna noodles right on top. Quick stir, just a bit so things don’t stick like last time. Okay, lid on, and remember to set it right (not like that other time I steamed the ceiling…).

After a quick pressure cook — cue dance break — release that steam. Finally, stir in some cheese. Honestly, this is when everyone in the house magically appears. Finish it with some fresh basil ’cause we’re fancy like that.

Ingredient Notes

– Ground Beef: Gives that deep, hearty flavor. When I forget to defrost it, I’ve been known to use sausage.
– Lasagna Noodles: Best when broken like your favorite vase did when your toddler threw a tantrum.
– Marinara Sauce: Use your favorite jar, or last week’s homemade. Once I grabbed the salsa by mistake, and honestly, it wasn’t half bad.

### Recipe Steps

1. Brown the meat in your Instant Pot.
2. Add the onions and garlic once meat is mostly cooked.
3. Stir in broth, tomatoes, and spices.
4. Break lasagna noodles into the pot.
5. Seal the lid and set the pressure cook.
6. Quick-release pressure carefully.
7. Stir in cheese until it melts.
8. Top with fresh basil before serving.

What to Serve It With

Tips & Mistakes

– I once didn’t stir, and those noodles clumped into a giant noodle blob. Don’t be like me.
– Don’t skimp on the cheese unless you’re lactose-intolerant. And even then, consider the consequences.

Storage Tips

Alright, if any soup makes it past dinner, stick it in the fridge (fancy Tupperware optional). It’s like wearing an old sweater the next day: even comfier. Eating it cold from the fridge? I won’t judge, your secret’s safe with me.

Variations and Substitutions

Remember that time the fridge was empty and I used sausage instead of beef? Bliss! And when I didn’t have basil I used spinach. It worked. Be bold, swap out ingredients, and taste-test like a rebel. Almond milk in place of cream? Sure, why not. It’s still tasty comfort.

### Frequently Asked Questions

Instant Pot Lasagna in Soup Form

This comforting Instant Pot lasagna soup combines all the flavors of classic lasagna in an easy-to-make bowl of soup, perfect for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes minutes

Servings: 6

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 1 lb lean ground beef
• ▢ 1 cup diced onion
• ▢ 4 clove garlic, minced
• ▢ 28 oz crushed tomatoes
• ▢ 15 oz tomato sauce
• ▢ 4 cup beef broth low sodium preferred
• ▢ 8 oz lasagna noodles, broken into pieces no boil noodles work best
• ▢ 1 cup ricotta cheese
• ▢ 1.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• ▢ 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• ▢ 1 tsp dried basil
• ▢ 1 tsp dried oregano
• ▢ 0.5 tsp crushed red pepper flakes optional for heat
• ▢ 0.5 tsp salt
• ▢ 0.25 tsp black pepper

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode. Add ground beef and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Drain excess fat.
• Add diced onion and garlic to the Instant Pot and sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and softened.
• Pour in crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth. Stir in dried basil, oregano, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
• Add broken lasagna noodles to the pot and stir to combine. Cancel sauté mode.
• Secure the lid and set the Instant Pot to Manual/Pressure Cook on high for 7 minutes.
• Allow natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure.
• Stir in ricotta cheese until well combined. Serve soup topped with shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese.

Notes

This recipe yields a creamy, hearty soup that tastes just like traditional lasagna but with less fuss and cleanup. Perfect for chilly nights!