Creamy Alfredo Lasagna Soup

Instructions:

1. Cook the Meat and Aromatics:
   • In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground sausage and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
   • Once the sausage is cooked, add the diced onion and garlic to the pot. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onions are soft and fragrant.
2. Add the Tomatoes and Broth:
   • Stir in the crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Mix well to combine, then bring the mixture to a simmer.
   • Add the dried basil, oregano, salt, and pepper to the soup, stirring to incorporate the seasonings.
3. Cook the Noodles:
   • Add the broken lasagna noodles to the soup, stirring occasionally to prevent them from sticking together. Let the soup simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until the noodles are tender and the soup has thickened slightly.
4. Make it Extra Creamy:
   • Once the noodles are cooked, stir in the ricotta cheese, 1 cup of shredded mozzarella, and the Parmesan cheese. Continue stirring until the cheeses melt and the soup becomes extra creamy. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
5. Serve:
   • Ladle the soup into bowls, garnishing with the remaining shredded mozzarella cheese and fresh basil (if desired). Serve immediately and enjoy the comforting, creamy goodness!

Tips for the Best Lasagna Soup:

• Meat Options: Feel free to swap the Italian sausage for ground turkey or chicken if you prefer a lighter option. You can also mix sausage with ground beef for a balanced flavor.
• Add Veggies: If you want to sneak in some extra vegetables, you can add chopped spinach, zucchini, or mushrooms when sautéing the onions and garlic.
• Make it Vegetarian: Skip the meat entirely and add extra veggies, like spinach, zucchini, and bell peppers, for a vegetarian version of this soup.
• Leftovers: The soup thickens as it sits, so leftovers are fantastic! Just add a little extra chicken broth or milk when reheating to restore its creamy consistency.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

• Comforting and Hearty: It combines the warmth and richness of a traditional lasagna with the ease of a soup.
• Easy to Make: You don’t need to layer noodles or bake it in the oven. This recipe is quick, simple, and perfect for a weeknight dinner.
• Customizable: You can adapt the soup to your personal preferences by switching up the meat or adding vegetables.

Whether you’re a lasagna lover or a soup enthusiast, Creamy Alfredo Lasagna Soup will surely become a family favorite! It’s the ultimate fusion of creamy, cheesy, and savory flavors that will leave everyone coming back for seconds.