Easy Lasagna Soup Recipe
Indulge in the cozy goodness of this Lasagna Soup—a delightful twist on the classic Italian favorite! Its rich broth, tender noodles, fresh herbs, and creamy ricotta cheese make this a hearty, family-friendly dish perfect for chilly nights.
Ingredients
- 2 cups dry of pasta, such as Trader Joe’s gigli , macaroni, or fusilli.
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound ground Italian sausage or sausage links with the casings removed
- 4 cloves of garlic minced
- 4 cups of chicken broth
- 1 28- ounce can of crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup half-and-half or whole milk
- 1/4 cup fresh basil sliced or chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional For Serving:
- Ricotta cheese
- Fresh basil
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Pasta
- Start by cooking the pasta to al dente according to the package directions. Once it's perfectly cooked, set it aside.
Step 2: Brown the Sausage
- While your pasta is simmering away, heat the olive oil in a large pot or large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- Add the ground Italian sausage (or remove the casings from sausage links) to the pot. Make sure to stir it frequently, breaking it up into small pieces. The sausage should take about 4-5 minutes to brown and cook through.
- Once done, remove the sausage from the pan and place it on a plate lined with paper towels. Set it aside for now.
Step 3: Flavor Infusion
- Reduce the heat to low and add the minced garlic to the leftover flavorful oil in your pot. Let it cook for about 30 seconds to release that wonderful aroma.
- Next, add in the chicken broth, crushed tomatoes, salt, sugar, and Italian seasoning.
- Turn up the heat to medium-high just until the mixture starts to boil. Once it's bubbling away, reduce the heat to medium-low and let the soup simmer for about 10 minutes
Step 4: Creamy Goodness
- Add the half and half (or whole milk) to the simmering soup and let it meld with the other ingredients for 2–3 minutes.
Step 5: Combine and Season
- Add the cooked noodles, the browned sausage, and the fresh basil to the pot. Give it all a good stir to ensure all the flavors are well incorporated.
- Don't forget to season with salt and pepper to taste. You control the final flavor, so make it perfect for your family's taste buds.
Step 6: Serve and Enjoy
- Ladle your Lasagna Soup into bowls. Garnish each bowl with a generous dollop of ricotta cheese and a sprinkle of fresh basil.
Notes
Substitution Ideas
I know that sometimes we just need to get dinner ready with the items we have on hand and don't have time to run to the grocery store for an item or two! Luckily, this recipe is super forgiving and has room for making substitutions:
- Feel free to use beef broth in place of the chicken broth.
- Ground turkey or ground beef can be used in place of the Italian sausage. The meat won't be as flavorful on its own, though, so you may want to add some extra Italian seasoning or red pepper flakes to spice it up a bit while you're browning it.
- Any short, sturdy noodles will work well in this recipe.
- If you don't have crushed tomatoes, a can of diced tomatoes will also work, but keep in mind that the broth won't be quite as smooth.
Servings: 4