Description
This hearty homemade lasagna soup combines the rich flavors of Italian sausage, tomatoes, and lasagna pasta in a comforting broth, topped with a creamy cheese mixture for an easy and satisfying meal perfect for any day.
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
- Brown the Sausage: Heat a large pot over medium-high heat. Add 2 pounds of 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 to the pot 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 (15 ounces) tomato sauce, and 2 cans (15 ounces each) diced tomatoes. Add 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon black pepper, and 2 bay leaves. Mix well and bring the soup to a simmer over high heat.
- Simmer the Soup: Reduce heat to medium-low and let the soup simmer gently for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to develop flavors.
- Cook the Pasta: Break 1/2 pound lasagna pasta into 1 to 2-inch pieces. Add the pasta to the soup and cook for an additional 15 minutes until noodles are tender but still firm (al dente). Remove the pot from heat and discard bay leaves.
- Prepare the Cheese Topping: While the pasta cooks, combine 16 ounces ricotta cheese, 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, and 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning in a medium bowl. Mix until well blended.
- Serve: Ladle the 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 reach desired consistency.
- For variety, substitute lasagna pasta with bow tie, penne, or other bite-sized pasta shapes.
- Use mild or spicy Italian sausage depending on your flavor preference.
- To make it lighter, use lean ground turkey instead of sausage.
- The soup can be refrigerated for up to 3 days; reheat gently on the stovetop.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 750 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
