Paula Deen Lasagna Soup Recipe
Lasagna soup is warm, cheesy and full of rich Italian flavor. This comforting meal is perfect for busy nights. The best part is that it tastes like classic lasagna without extra work.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 8 lasagna noodles broken into pieces
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Cook the Sausage
- Heat olive oil in a large pot. Add Italian sausage. Cook until brown and fully cooked. Break meat into small pieces.
Add Onion and Garlic
- Add chopped onion to the pot. Cook until soft and clear. Stir in garlic and cook for one minute.
Season the Soup
- Add Italian seasoning and crushed red pepper. Stir everything well. The spices will make the soup smell rich and delicious.
Pour the Broth
- Add chicken broth, crushed tomatoes and tomato paste. Stir until smooth. Let the soup gently simmer for ten minutes.
Add Lasagna Noodles
- Break lasagna noodles into small pieces. Add them to the pot. Stir well so noodles cook evenly in broth.
Simmer the Soup
- Cook the soup for about fifteen minutes. Stir sometimes to prevent sticking. Noodles should become soft and tender.
Prepare the Cheese Mixture
- Mix ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese and parmesan cheese in a bowl. Stir until creamy and fully combined together.
Taste and Adjust
- Taste the soup carefully. Add salt and black pepper if needed. Adjust seasoning according to your personal taste.
Serve the Soup
- Ladle hot soup into bowls. Add a spoonful of cheese mixture on top. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Enjoy Every Bite
- Serve the soup hot with bread or salad. Enjoy this comforting homemade dinner with family and friends tonight.
Notes
- Use spicy sausage for extra heat and flavor.
- Add spinach for more color and nutrition.
- Cook noodles separately if storing leftovers longer.
- Use ground beef instead of sausage if preferred.
- Add cream for a richer soup texture.
- Fresh basil gives amazing flavor and freshness.
- Try gluten-free noodles for a gluten-free version.
- Add mushrooms for an earthy taste.
- Use low-sodium broth for less salt.
- Top with extra mozzarella for cheesy goodness.