Description
A warm and comforting soup that combines the traditional flavors of Italian lasagna with the heartiness of a soup, featuring rich cheese and savory herbs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (or ground beef)
- 8 oz lasagna sheets (or other pasta)
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 8 oz cremini mushrooms, chopped
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for sautéing
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat, then add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Include the ground sausage (or chosen protein) and cook until browned.
- Add the chopped mushrooms and bell peppers, sautéing until softened.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and broth, bringing to a gentle simmer.
- Fold in the herbs and red pepper flakes, if using.
- Let it simmer for about 20-30 minutes.
- Just before serving, add in the pasta, allowing it to cook in the hot soup.
- Stir in the cheeses until melted and incorporated.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
Notes
Serve with crusty garlic bread or a salad. Can be customized for dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: lasagna soup, Italian, comfort food, family meal