The Best Lasagna Soup Recipe

The Best Lasagna Soup Recipe

from natashaskitchen.com
40 min

Lasagna Soup is the easiest way to satisfy lasagna cravings. All of your favorite lasagna ingredients are nestled in a rich tomato broth and topped with ricotta cheese and fresh basil.

Ingredients

  • 6 oz lasagna noodles (broken into pieces )
  • 1 tbsp oil (avocado or olive oil)
  • 1 medium onion (chopped)
  • 1 lb hot or sweet Italian sausage (casings removed)
  • 2 garlic cloves (chopped)
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 32 oz low-sodium broth ((chicken or beef))
  • 15 oz canned crushed tomatoes (with their juice)
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil (chopped)
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese (grated)
  • 1/2 cup half & half
  • Ricotta cheese (for serving)

Directions

  1. 1

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the noodles and cook them for 2 minutes less than advised by the package instructions. Drain the noodles, drizzle them with oil, and set them aside.

  2. 2

    Place a heavy bottom pot or dutch oven over medium heat, add the sausage, and sautee until cooked through, breaking it up into small pieces with a spatula. Add the onion and cook until it’s translucent. Stir in pressed garlic and oregano and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Add tomato paste, broth, and canned tomatoes. Bring to a boil then reduce heat, partially cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.

  4. 4

    Keeping the heat at a simmer, add in noodles, half and half, parmesan, and basil. Simmer for a few more minutes and season to taste.

  5. 5

    Serve right away with a spoonful of ricotta cheese and a sprinkle of fresh basil.