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Quick White Lasagna Soup

Quick white lasagna soup in a white bowl with melted mozzarella and fresh basil garnish
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Creamy and comforting soup with all the flavors of white lasagna in one easy pot. Made with Italian sausage, broken lasagna noodles, mozzarella, and Parmesan in a rich savory broth.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound Italian sausage, casings removed
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth (low-sodium recommended)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 8 ounces lasagna noodles, broken into 2-inch pieces
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh basil for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add Italian sausage and cook, breaking it into crumbles, for 5-7 minutes until browned. Leave a small amount of rendered fat in the pot for flavor.
  2. Add diced onion to the pot and cook for 5 minutes until softened and translucent. Add minced garlic and stir for 1 minute until fragrant. Watch garlic closely to prevent burning.
  3. Pour in chicken broth, heavy cream, and tomato sauce. Stir to combine. Add dried oregano, dried basil, and red pepper flakes if using. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add broken lasagna noodle pieces to the simmering soup. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Pull noodles one minute early as they continue softening.
  5. Reduce heat to low. Stir in half the mozzarella and all of the Parmesan until fully melted and broth is creamy. Do not boil after adding cheese or broth may turn grainy.
  6. Ladle soup into bowls. Top each bowl with remaining mozzarella while hot so it melts on contact. Garnish with fresh basil if desired and serve immediately.

Notes

  • The noodles absorb liquid as the soup sits. Add a splash of chicken broth or cream when reheating to restore consistency.
  • Use mild, sweet, or hot Italian sausage based on preference. A splash of white wine added after browning the sausage deepens the flavor significantly.
  • For meal prep, store noodles separately from the soup base and combine at serving time to keep texture fresh.
  • To add vegetables, stir in chopped spinach or kale during the last 2 minutes of cooking.

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