Creamy Alfredo Lasagna Soup
A rich and velvety soup that captures all the flavors of traditional lasagna in a comforting, spoonable format.
Ingredients
For the Soup
- 1/2 lb ground sausage Can swap for ground turkey or plant-based options.
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups baby spinach
- 5 cups low-sodium chicken broth Can use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
- 5 pieces lasagna noodles, broken Can use whole wheat or gluten-free noodles.
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
For the Creamy Sauce
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated Add more for garnishing.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large saucepan, use medium heat to brown the ground sausage until fully cooked.
- Add the chopped onion and sliced mushrooms; cook for about 5-6 minutes until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic and baby spinach, and cook for an additional minute until the spinach wilts.
- Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth, allowing it to simmer for 5 minutes.
- Stir in the broken lasagna noodles, dried oregano, and basil. Bring the mixture to a low boil.
- Let it cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the noodles become tender.
Creamy Sauce
- Meanwhile, in a separate skillet over medium-low heat, melt the butter.
- Whisk in the flour; cook for 1 minute while stirring constantly until bubbling.
- Gradually whisk in the milk, cooking until the mixture is smooth and thickened (about 3-5 minutes).
- Remove from heat and slowly whisk in the Parmesan cheese. If it doesn't melt right away, return it to low heat and whisk continuously until creamy.
Final Assembly
- Slowly incorporate the cheesy mixture into the soup, whisking until everything is well combined.
Notes
Serve with a sprinkle of extra Parmesan, fresh basil, olive oil, and crusty bread. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Add a splash of milk when reheating to restore creaminess. For added spice, include red pepper flakes or Italian seasoning.