Name: Creamy Alfredo Lasagna Soup: The Ultimate Comfort in a Bowl
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients: For the Soup: 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 lb ground Italian sausage (or ground chicken); ½ onion, finely chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 4 cups chicken broth; 2 cups water; 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes; 1 cup heavy cream; 1 tsp Italian seasoning; ½ tsp salt; ½ tsp black pepper; ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional); 8 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces; For the Alfredo Sauce: 2 tbsp butter; 2 tbsp all-purpose flour; 1 ½ cups heavy cream; 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese; For Topping: 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; ½ cup ricotta cheese; Fresh parsley, for garnish

Description

This Alfredo Lasagna Soup is the ultimate comfort food, combining the creamy richness of Alfredo sauce with the hearty flavors of lasagna. Tender lasagna noodles, a savory meat sauce, and a velvety Parmesan-infused broth make this the perfect cozy meal for chilly nights.

Ingredients

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For the Soup:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb ground Italian sausage (or ground chicken)
- 1/2 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups water
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 8 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
For the Alfredo Sauce:
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
For Topping:
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- Fresh parsley, for garnish

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Instructions

Cook the Sausage & Aromatics:
1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add sausage and cook until browned.
2. Add onion and garlic, cooking until softened.
Simmer the Soup:
1. Pour in chicken broth, water, diced tomatoes, heavy cream, and seasonings. Bring to a simmer.
2. Add broken lasagna noodles and cook until tender (about 10-12 minutes).
Prepare the Alfredo Sauce:
1. In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute.
2. Gradually whisk in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until smooth.
Combine & Serve:
1. Stir the Alfredo sauce into the soup. Adjust seasoning as needed.
2. Ladle into bowls and top with mozzarella, ricotta, and fresh parsley.

Notes

Swap sausage for shredded rotisserie chicken for a lighter version.
Use gluten-free noodles for a gluten-free option.
Add spinach or mushrooms for extra flavor.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 460
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 920mg
Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 22g
Cholesterol: 75mg