Description
Creamy Alfredo Lasagna Soup is a comforting and hearty Italian-inspired soup that combines savory sausage, tender lasagna noodles, and rich Alfredo sauce into one delicious bowl. Perfect for those who love classic lasagna flavors but want a quick and easy meal, this soup simmers on the stovetop and is topped with gooey mozzarella and Parmesan cheese for extra indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Aromatics
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound Italian sausage or ground chicken
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Liquids and Pasta
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups water
- 8 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
- 1 jar (15 oz) Alfredo sauce
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Seasonings and Cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Chopped parsley or basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Brown the Meat: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add Italian sausage or ground chicken, cooking until browned and broken into crumbles. Drain excess fat if necessary to avoid greasiness.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the browned meat and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until softened and fragrant, building the base flavor for the soup.
- Add Broth and Water: Pour in low-sodium chicken broth and water, scraping the bottom of the pot to lift any browned bits for extra depth. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Cook Lasagna Noodles: Add the broken lasagna noodles along with Italian seasoning. Reduce heat and simmer gently for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until noodles are tender but not mushy.
- Incorporate Creamy Sauces: Stir in the jar of Alfredo sauce and heavy cream, allowing the soup to simmer for an additional 3 to 5 minutes to blend the flavors and heat thoroughly.
- Melt the Cheeses: Add shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese, stirring continuously until both cheeses melt smoothly into the soup, creating a luscious creamy texture.
- Season to Taste: Season the soup with salt and freshly ground black pepper according to your preference to enhance all the flavors.
- Serve and Garnish: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley or basil if desired for a fresh, aromatic finish. Serve hot for the best experience.
Notes
- For added nutrition and flavor, stir in fresh spinach or chopped mushrooms when adding the noodles.
- This soup will thicken as it cools; loosen it by adding a splash of chicken broth or cream when reheating.
- Use low-sodium broth to control the salt level in the soup.
- You can substitute ground chicken with turkey or keep it vegetarian by using plant-based sausage and vegetable broth.
