Description
Lasagna Soup is a comforting and flavorful twist on the classic Italian lasagna, featuring savory Italian sausage, aromatic herbs, and tender bowtie pasta all simmered in a rich tomato broth. Topped with creamy ricotta and optional Parmesan and parsley, this soup delivers all the favorite lasagna flavors in a warm, hearty bowl.
Ingredients
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Meat and Seasonings
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon steak seasoning
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
Broth and Tomatoes
- 14 ounces can tomato sauce
- 14 ounces can diced tomatoes with Italian herbs
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1½ cups water
Pasta and Garnishes
- 10 ounces bowtie pasta uncooked
- ½ cup ricotta cheese
- Parmesan cheese for garnish (optional)
- Parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Sausage: In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, crumble and brown the Italian sausage until fully cooked and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain off excess fat if necessary.
- Add Seasonings and Garlic: Stir in Italian seasoning, onion powder, steak seasoning, paprika, ground black pepper, and minced garlic. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, stirring constantly to avoid burning the garlic.
- Add Tomatoes and Broth: Pour in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes with Italian herbs, chicken broth, and water. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
- Simmer the Soup: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let simmer for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, stirring occasionally.
- Cook the Pasta: Add the uncooked bowtie pasta to the simmering soup. Cook uncovered for 10-12 minutes or until the pasta is al dente, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Finish and Serve: Once the pasta is cooked, remove the soup from heat. Serve hot topped with a dollop of ricotta cheese and garnish with Parmesan and parsley if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute ground beef or turkey for Italian sausage if preferred.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the sausage and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
- If you like a spicier soup, add crushed red pepper flakes to the seasoning blend.
- Leftover soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days but may thicken as pasta absorbs broth; add extra broth or water when reheating.
- Ricotta cheese adds creaminess but can be omitted or substituted with cottage cheese.
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