Description
Rich layers of comfort converge in this Creamy Alfredo Lasagna Soup, blending classic Italian flavors with hearty comfort. Cheese-laden noodles and savory herbs mingle in a luscious broth that brings warmth and satisfaction to your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground Italian sausage
- 8 lasagna noodles
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 jar (15 ounces) Alfredo sauce
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 1 small onion
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper
Cheese and Garnish:
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil or parsley, chopped
Instructions
- In a spacious pot, sear Italian sausage over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, crumbling into bite-sized fragments until golden brown.
- Introduce diced onions and minced garlic, sautéing until aromatics become translucent and fragrant, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Stream chicken broth into the pot, incorporating diced tomatoes and Italian seasoning. Elevate heat to generate a rolling boil.
- Fracture lasagna noodles directly into bubbling liquid, reducing temperature to gentle simmer. Cook for 10-12 minutes, periodically stirring to prevent noodle clustering.
- When pasta reaches tender consistency, cascade heavy cream and Alfredo sauce into the mixture. Simmer an additional 3-5 minutes, allowing liquid to slightly condense and develop rich consistency.
- Progressively fold mozzarella and Parmesan cheese into soup, stirring until completely melted and creating a luxuriously smooth texture.
- Evaluate seasoning, adjusting with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes to enhance flavor profile.
- Distribute soup into serving vessels, garnishing with freshly chopped basil or parsley for vibrant visual appeal and aromatic finish.
- Serve piping hot, inviting diners to savor this comforting, decadent soup immediately.
Notes
- Meat Selection: Choose lean Italian sausage for less grease, or swap with ground turkey for a lighter protein option.
- Noodle Hack: Break lasagna noodles into smaller pieces before cooking to ensure easier eating and more consistent texture throughout the soup.
- Dairy-Free Adaptation: Replace heavy cream and Alfredo sauce with coconut cream and nutritional yeast for a plant-based alternative that maintains creamy richness.
- Spice Control: Adjust red pepper flakes to customize heat levels, making the soup mild for kids or extra spicy for adventurous palates.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 590 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 920 mg
- Fat: 45 g
- Saturated Fat: 22 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg