Description
Comfort meets Italian elegance in this creamy alfredo lasagna soup, blending classic pasta layers with hearty soup textures. Pasta lovers will savor rich parmesan, tender noodles, and silky cream in each comforting spoonful you’ll quickly adore.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Meat:
- 1 pound (450 grams) ground Italian sausage (or turkey sausage)
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Dairy and Liquid Base:
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Pasta and Seasonings:
- 6–8 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Garnish:
- Fresh basil or parsley, chopped
- Extra grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Transform ground sausage into a golden-brown delicacy by sizzling it in a spacious cooking vessel over moderate heat, methodically fracturing the meat with a utensil until uniformly cooked. Eliminate surplus fat through careful draining.
- Introduce finely diced onions and minced garlic into the sausage-filled pot, allowing them to soften and release their aromatic essence for approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Infuse the mixture with Italian seasoning, optional red pepper flakes, savory chicken broth, and crushed tomatoes. Elevate the temperature until a gentle simmer emerges, then reduce heat to maintain a consistent, low-intensity bubbling.
- Strategically incorporate fractured lasagna noodles into the simmering liquid, cooking until they reach optimal tenderness. Periodically agitate the contents to prevent unwelcome adhesion, seasoning with salt and pepper to enhance flavor profiles.
- Simultaneously craft the luxurious Alfredo foundation by gently melting butter in a separate pan. Introduce minced garlic, allowing it to develop a fragrant character for 1-2 minutes.
- Stream heavy cream into the butter-garlic mixture, coaxing it towards a delicate simmer. As the liquid begins to thicken, gracefully incorporate Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses, whisking until a seamless, velvety consistency emerges.
- Marry the soup and Alfredo sauce by carefully pouring the creamy concoction into the primary pot. Thoroughly integrate the components, allowing the flavors to harmonize during a brief 2-3 minute simmer.
- Present the soup in individual serving vessels, adorning with freshly chopped basil or parsley. Optional: Sprinkle additional Parmesan cheese for an extra layer of indulgence.
Notes
- Customize spice levels by adjusting red pepper flakes for those who enjoy mild or intense heat.
- Break lasagna noodles into smaller, bite-sized pieces to ensure easier eating and more consistent texture throughout the soup.
- Use gluten-free lasagna noodles to transform this recipe into a celiac-friendly meal without compromising taste or richness.
- Consider reducing heavy cream and replacing half with milk for a lighter version that still maintains creamy consistency.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 100mg