Creamy Alfredo Lasagna Soup
A warm and comforting soup that combines the delicious flavors of traditional lasagna with a rich and creamy Alfredo sauce, perfect for chilly nights.
Ingredients
For the Soup 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
- 15 oz Alfredo sauce
- 8 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces Or penne or rigatoni if preferred
Seasonings
- 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
- to taste Salt and pepper
For Finishing Touches
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- to taste tablespoon Freshly chopped parsley For garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and cook until it becomes soft, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add the ground Italian sausage to the pot. Cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks.
Cooking
- Pour in the chicken broth and water, then stir in the Alfredo sauce.
- Add the broken lasagna noodles, dried basil, dried oregano, and crushed red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil.
- Lower the heat and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the noodles are tender.
- Stir in salt and pepper to taste.
- Mix in the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Remove from heat and gently fold in the ricotta cheese.
Serving
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley. Optionally, add extra cheese on top.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat on the stove. For added veggies, consider tossing in some spinach or mushrooms while simmering. Customize pasta type or make it vegetarian with plant-based sausage and vegetable broth.