Description
Warm and comforting Cheesy Garlic Bread Lasagna Soup combines the heartiness of traditional lasagna with the irresistible flavor and aroma of garlic bread in a rich, creamy soup perfect for cozy meals any time.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Aromatics
- 1 lb ground Italian sausage
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
Liquids and Base
- 28 oz crushed tomatoes (1 can)
- 6 cups chicken broth
Pasta
- 8 oz lasagna noodles, broken into bite-sized pieces
Cheeses
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Herbs and Seasoning
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Fresh basil leaves, torn (about 1/4 cup loosely packed)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Finishing Touches
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 cup garlic bread croutons (homemade or store-bought)
Instructions
- Brown the Sausage and Sauté the Aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, cook the ground Italian sausage until browned and fully cooked. Remove excess fat if necessary. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant and translucent to build the soup’s savory foundation.
- Add Tomatoes, Broth, and Seasonings: Pour in crushed tomatoes and chicken broth. Stir in Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a gentle boil to meld flavors before adding pasta.
- Cook the Lasagna Noodles in Soup: Break the lasagna noodles into bite-sized pieces and add them directly to the simmering soup. Cook for 8-10 minutes until noodles are al dente, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Incorporate the Cheeses: Lower the heat and stir in ricotta cheese until smooth and creamy. Add shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan, allowing them to melt slowly to create the signature cheesy texture.
- Finish with Fresh Basil and Garlic Bread Croutons: Tear fresh basil leaves and stir into the soup for a bright herbal note. Just before serving, sprinkle garlic bread croutons on top for crunch and garlic flavor.
Notes
- Use high-quality fresh mozzarella and real Parmesan for best taste and texture.
- Do not overcook the pasta; add later and cook just until tender to avoid mushiness.
- Enhance garlic flavor by using freshly minced garlic and toasting it lightly in butter.
- Prepare garlic bread croutons ahead of time to save time and maintain crunchiness.
- Adjust soup consistency by adding more broth for thinner soup or simmering longer to thicken.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soups
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0.3g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg