Alfredo Lasagna Soup Recipe
Alfredo Lasagna Soup is a comforting and creamy twist on traditional lasagna, combining savory Italian sausage, tender lasagna noodles, and rich Alfredo sauce flavors in a hearty soup form. Perfect for a cozy meal that combines all the best elements of lasagna with minimal effort.
- Author: Leo
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low Salt
Meat and Aromatics
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground Italian sausage
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Liquids and Dairy
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
Pasta and Vegetables
- 8 ounces lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
- 2 cups fresh spinach
Seasonings and Garnish
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
- Cook the Sausage: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the ground Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks to ensure even cooking and crumbly texture.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot with the sausage. Cook until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant, about 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
- Add Broth and Water: Pour in the chicken broth and water, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium-high heat.
- Cook the Noodles: Add the broken lasagna noodles to the simmering broth. Cook for approximately 10 minutes or until the noodles are tender but not mushy.
- Incorporate Dairy and Seasoning: Stir in the heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste, mixing well to combine and create a creamy base.
- Add Spinach: Toss in the fresh spinach and stir until it just wilts, which should take about 1-2 minutes. This adds color and nutrients to the soup.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and top each serving with a generous dollop of ricotta cheese. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley for a burst of freshness and vibrant presentation.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for the Italian sausage for a leaner option.
- If you want a thicker soup, reduce the water to 1 cup and increase the chicken broth to 5 cups.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently to avoid breaking the dairy base.
- Use gluten-free lasagna noodles to make this recipe gluten-free.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the sausage and use vegetable broth along with sautéed mushrooms for a meaty texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Alfredo lasagna soup, creamy Italian soup, lasagna noodle soup, Italian sausage soup, comfort food soup