Description
This Homemade Lasagna Soup is a hearty, comforting dish that combines the rich flavors of Italian sausage, tomato, and Italian herbs with tender lasagna pasta and a creamy cheese topping. It's perfect for a cozy meal any day of the week.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground Italian sausage
- 1 medium white onion diced
- 5 teaspoons minced garlic (about 5 cloves)
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
- 2 (15 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 bay leaves
- 1/2 pound lasagna pasta broken into pieces (about 2 cups)
Cheese Topping
- 16 ounces ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Cook sausage: Heat a large pot over medium-high heat. Add 2 pounds ground Italian sausage and cook, breaking it into small pieces, until browned, about 10 minutes. Drain excess grease and return the pot to medium-high heat.
- Sauté onion and garlic: Add the diced onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 7 minutes. Stir in 5 teaspoons minced garlic and cook for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add liquids and seasonings: Stir in 4 cups beef broth, 1 can tomato sauce, and 2 cans diced tomatoes. Add 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon black pepper, and 2 bay leaves. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer over high heat.
- Simmer soup: Reduce heat to medium-low and let the soup simmer gently for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Cook pasta: Break lasagna pasta into bite-size pieces and stir them into the soup. Cook for an additional 15 minutes until noodles are tender but al dente. Remove from heat and discard bay leaves.
- Prepare cheese topping: In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Mix until well combined.
- Serve: Ladle soup into bowls and top each serving with a generous spoonful of the cheese mixture. Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
- If the pasta absorbs too much liquid, add more beef broth to adjust consistency.
- Alternative pasta shapes like bow tie or penne can be used instead of lasagna pasta.
- Drain cooked sausage well to reduce excess grease for a less oily soup.
- For a spicier version, use spicy Italian sausage or add crushed red pepper flakes.
- Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat nicely on stovetop or microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
