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Lasagna Soup

Enjoy the hearty flavors of lasagna in this comforting soup with Italian sausage, rich tomato sauce, and melty cheese.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 large Italian sausages mild or hot, casings removed
  • 2 medium sweet onions chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tsp oregano
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 can diced tomatoes 28 oz
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup fusilli pasta or any curly pasta, uncooked
  • 2 tbsp fresh basil chopped
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • to taste salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Add the oil to a large pot over medium heat. Add in sausage and break it up with a wooden spoon. Cook for 5-7 minutes until no longer pink. Drain excess fat.
  2. Add onions and cook for 7 minutes until softened. Add garlic, oregano, salt, and red pepper flakes. Cook for another minute.
  3. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.
  4. Add diced tomatoes with juices, chicken broth, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes.
  5. Increase heat to medium-high. Add uncooked pasta and cook for 10 minutes until tender. Remove bay leaves.
  6. Stir in fresh basil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Serve by adding a dollop of ricotta in each bowl. Top with soup and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.

Notes

Optional garnishes include additional basil or grated Parmesan cheese.