Description
Creamy alfredo lasagna soup blends Italian pasta traditions with comforting soup textures. Rich layers of cheese, pasta, and herbs create a hearty meal you’ll crave during chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450 g) ground Italian sausage
- 2 cups (480 ml) heavy cream
- 4 cups (960 ml) chicken broth
- 1 jar (15 oz or 425 g) Alfredo sauce
- 8 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
- 1 can (14.5 oz or 410 g) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 cup (100 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup (30 g) spinach, chopped (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Brown Italian sausage in a large pot over medium heat, ensuring thorough cooking and removing any excess fat.
- Sauté diced onions and minced garlic until they become translucent and fragrant, releasing their aromatic flavors.
- Combine chicken broth, heavy cream, and Alfredo sauce, whisking together to create a smooth, creamy base for the soup.
- Incorporate diced tomatoes and season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Gently add broken lasagna noodles to the simmering liquid, cooking for 10-12 minutes until they reach a tender, al dente consistency.
- Gradually fold in mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, stirring until completely melted and creating a rich, velvety texture.
- If desired, stir in fresh spinach leaves, allowing them to wilt slightly and add a vibrant green color to the soup.
- Ladle the hot soup into serving bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a bright, fresh finish.
Notes
- Prep sausage carefully to reduce excess fat, ensuring a cleaner, lighter soup base without compromising flavor.
- Break lasagna noodles into smaller, manageable pieces for easier eating and more even cooking throughout the soup.
- Consider using gluten-free lasagna noodles and dairy-free alternatives like coconut cream to accommodate dietary restrictions without losing the rich, creamy texture.
- For a lighter version, swap half the heavy cream with low-fat milk and use lean turkey sausage to reduce overall calories while maintaining delicious taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 950 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg