Creamy Alfredo Lasagna Soup Recipe
This Creamy Alfredo Lasagna Soup is a rich and comforting dish that combines all the flavors of classic lasagna in a creamy, hearty soup form. Featuring Italian sausage, tender noodles, and a luscious Alfredo sauce base, it’s an easy-to-make meal perfect for cozy dinners and pasta lovers alike.
- Author: liam
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
For the Base
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or vegetable oil for a lighter option
- 1 pound ground Italian sausage or ground beef, turkey, or a plant-based alternative
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced or garlic powder as a substitute
- 4 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth for a vegetarian version
- 2 cups water
For the Soup’s Heart
- 15 oz Alfredo sauce
- 8 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces or penne or rigatoni if preferred
For Flavor Infusion
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil or fresh basil if available
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, adjust to taste for spiciness
- salt and pepper to taste
For the Creaminess
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- freshly chopped parsley for garnish
- Brown the Sausage: In a large pot over medium heat, drizzle in a tablespoon of olive oil. Once hot, add the ground Italian sausage and break it apart as it browns for about 5-7 minutes.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until tender and translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add Liquids and Alfredo Sauce: Pour in the chicken broth and water, stirring to blend with the sausage and onions. Then, add the Alfredo sauce and mix thoroughly.
- Add Noodles and Seasonings: Bring the soup to a gentle boil, adding the broken lasagna noodles, dried basil, dried oregano, and crushed red pepper flakes. Stir well to submerge the noodles.
- Simmer Noodles: Lower the heat and simmer uncovered for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally until the noodles are al dente.
- Melt Cheeses: Once cooked, mix in shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Add Ricotta Dollops: Dollop the ricotta cheese over the top and allow it to warm slightly without stirring.
- Garnish and Serve: Ladle into bowls, garnishing each with freshly chopped parsley and an optional sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
Notes
- Adjust seasonings to taste and consider keeping noodles separate if storing leftovers to prevent sogginess.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute sausage with plant-based alternatives and use vegetable broth.
- Fresh herbs can enhance flavor; substitute dried with fresh basil and oregano if available.
- Be cautious with salt as sausage and cheeses already contribute to sodium levels.
- This soup reheats well but thickens; add extra broth or water when reheating if needed.
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