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Creamy Lasagna Soup

A cozy, tomato-broth lasagna soup with turkey sausage, roasted red peppers, and spinach, finished with a dollop of ricotta. Broken lasagna noodles make it hearty without being heavy.

Lasagna Soup by Simply Mamá Cooks — recipe photo

A cozy, tomato-broth lasagna soup with turkey sausage, roasted red peppers, and spinach, finished with a dollop of ricotta. Broken lasagna noodles make it hearty without being heavy.

15 min
Prep time
30 min
Cook time
45 min
Total time
4 servings
Yield

Ingredients

15 ingredients
Per serving520 kcal
Fat
24g
Carbs
45g
Protein
30g

Whole recipe (4 servings): 2080 kcal

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound turkey or chicken sausage, casings removed
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup water
  • 8 ounces lasagna noodles, broken into 1- to 2-inch pieces
  • 1 cup roasted red peppers, chopped
  • 4 cups fresh spinach, packed
  • 1/2 cup ricotta cheese, for serving
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish (optional)

Method

6 steps
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 6–8 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
  2. In the same pot, add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic, oregano, and red pepper flakes (if using) and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the marinara sauce, chicken broth, and water. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
  4. Add the broken lasagna noodles and cook at a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally, until the noodles are al dente, about 12–15 minutes. If the soup becomes too thick, add a splash more water or broth.
  5. Stir in the cooked sausage, roasted red peppers, and spinach. Cook until the spinach is wilted, about 2–3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Ladle the soup into 4 bowls. Top each with a generous spoonful (about 2 tablespoons) of ricotta and garnish with fresh basil or parsley, if desired. Serve hot.

Recipe notes

Helpful tips

  • For a spicier kick, use hot Italian turkey sausage.
  • To keep the noodles from getting too soft, cook them separately and add to bowls just before serving.
  • Swap spinach for kale, adding it a few minutes earlier to soften.

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Ladle
  • Bowls for serving

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The noodles will absorb liquid; add a splash of broth when reheating.

Additional tips

  • Be careful not to overcook the noodles; they will continue to soften in the hot broth. Ensure sausage is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Recipe inspiration

Inspired by Simply Mamá Cooks

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