A cozy one-pot soup with all the classic flavors of lasagna—rich tomato broth, tender pasta, creamy cheese, and savory sausage.
1 lb Italian sausage (mild or hot)
1 tbsp olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt and black pepper to taste
4 cups chicken broth
8 oz lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
Fresh basil, for garnish
In a large pot, heat olive oil and brown the sausage over medium heat. Remove excess grease if needed.
Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more.
Stir in tomato paste and cook for 2–3 minutes.
Add crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer.
Stir in broken lasagna noodles and cook until al dente, about 10 minutes.
Reduce heat, add heavy cream, mozzarella, and Parmesan. Stir until melted and creamy.
Ladle soup into bowls, top with dollops of ricotta and fresh basil. Serve hot.
Cook pasta separately if planning to freeze or store for later.
Use gluten-free pasta for a GF version.
For a vegetarian version, use mushrooms and veggie broth.