Description
Comforting Alfredo lasagna soup features layers of flavor and textures with tender pasta, creamy Alfredo sauce, and savory Italian sausage.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound ground Italian sausage
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups water
- 1 jar (15 oz) Alfredo sauce
- 8 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- Freshly chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the ground Italian sausage and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the chopped onion to the pot and sauté for 3-4 minutes until soft and translucent.
- Stir in the garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and water, then add the Alfredo sauce. Stir well to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Add the broken lasagna noodles, dried basil, oregano, crushed red pepper flakes, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir to ensure the noodles are submerged.
- Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook until the noodles are al dente, about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Stir in the mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses until melted and fully incorporated into the soup.
- Add dollops of ricotta cheese on top and let it sit for a few minutes to warm through.
- Serve the soup hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley and additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
For optimal results, use high-quality ingredients and customize with additional seasonings as desired. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: soup, alfredo, lasagna, comforting, Italian, family-friendly