Description
Comfort meets elegance in this creamy alfredo lasagna soup, blending Italian classic flavors into a hearty one-pot wonder. Rich pasta layers melt into a luxurious broth, promising warmth and satisfaction with each delightful spoonful you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (1 lb) ground Italian sausage or ground beef
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Liquids and Additional Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups Alfredo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 (14.5 ounces) can diced tomatoes
- 8 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley or basil for garnish
Instructions
- Begin the culinary journey by transforming ground meat into a golden, crumbly masterpiece in a spacious cooking vessel. Heat olive oil and coax the protein until it reaches a rich, caramelized state, ensuring complete cooking through gentle breaking and stirring.
- Introduce aromatic companions by gently sweating diced onions until translucent and tender. Incorporate minced garlic, allowing its fragrant essence to permeate the developing flavor profile.
- Construct the liquid foundation by combining chicken broth, velvety Alfredo sauce, and tomatoes. Elevate the mixture with herbaceous notes of basil and oregano, seasoning thoughtfully with salt and pepper. Encourage a gentle simmer to marry the ingredients.
- Transform the landscape by cascading broken lasagna noodles into the simmering liquid. Allow the pasta to absorb the surrounding flavors, cooking until achieving a perfectly tender consistency.
- Culminate the dish by melting mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses directly into the soup, creating a luxurious, silken texture that embraces every ingredient.
- Present the vibrant creation in warm serving vessels, adorning with delicate fresh herb garnishes. Accompany with crusty bread or a crisp salad to complete the dining experience.
Notes
- Choose lean ground meat to reduce overall fat content and create a healthier version of the soup.
- Break lasagna noodles into smaller, bite-sized pieces for easier eating and more even distribution throughout the soup.
- Customize spice levels by adjusting herbs and adding red pepper flakes for those who enjoy a kick of heat.
- Experiment with alternative proteins like ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for a lighter or vegetarian adaptation of the recipe.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg