Description
Creamy alfredo lasagna soup blends Italian comfort classics into one irresistible bowl of warmth. Hearty layers of pasta, rich cheese, and savory seasonings create a luxurious meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound ground Italian sausage
Dairy Products:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Vegetables and Seasonings:
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 ounces / 411 grams) diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Noodles and Broth:
- 8–10 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
- 4 cups chicken broth
Garnish:
- Fresh basil or parsley
Instructions
- Brown ground Italian sausage in a large pot over medium heat, ensuring thorough cooking and draining any excess fat.
- Incorporate diced onions and minced garlic, sautéing until onions become translucent and aromatic.
- Stream in chicken broth and diced tomatoes, then add heavy cream, creating a rich base for the soup.
- Season the mixture with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, stirring to distribute flavors evenly.
- Elevate heat to trigger a gentle boil, then introduce broken lasagna noodles into the liquid.
- Reduce temperature and allow the soup to simmer for 10-15 minutes, ensuring noodles reach a perfect al dente texture.
- Fold in ricotta cheese, stirring until completely integrated and soup achieves a creamy consistency.
- Ladle hot soup into serving bowls, generously sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Finish by garnishing with fresh basil or parsley for a vibrant, aromatic touch.
Notes
- Select high-quality Italian sausage with good fat content for richer flavor depth and better overall taste profile.
- Break lasagna noodles into smaller, uneven pieces to create rustic texture and help them absorb more soup liquid.
- Consider using gluten-free lasagna noodles for those with wheat sensitivities without compromising the soup’s hearty consistency.
- Reduce sodium by choosing low-sodium chicken broth and monitoring salt quantities during seasoning process.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 498 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 820 mg
- Fat: 39 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg