White Lasagna Soup 🍜✨
Creamy, cheesy, and packed with cozy Italian flavors—this soup is like a deconstructed white lasagna in a bowl! Ready in 30 minutes and perfect for chilly nights.
Ingredients
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 medium onion, diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 lb ground turkey or chicken (or Italian sausage for extra flavor!)
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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½ tsp salt
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¼ tsp black pepper
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4 cups chicken broth
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1 (15 oz) can ricotta cheese (or 1.5 cups fresh)
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1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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2 cups chopped spinach or kale (optional)
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1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half (for extra richness)
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8 oz mafalda or broken lasagna noodles
(Optional garnishes: fresh basil, red pepper flakes, extra Parmesan)
Instructions
1️⃣ Sauté Aromatics: Heat oil in a pot over medium heat. Cook onion until soft (3 mins), then add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
2️⃣ Brown Meat: Add ground turkey, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook until no pink remains (5 mins).
3️⃣ Simmer Soup: Pour in broth and bring to a boil. Add noodles and cook until al dente (about 10 mins).
4️⃣ Cheesy Finish: Reduce heat to low. Stir in ricotta, Parmesan, and cream until smooth. Add spinach (if using) and heat until wilted.
5️⃣ Serve: Ladle into bowls and top with fresh basil and more Parmesan.
💡 Pro Tips
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Make it gluten-free: Use GF pasta or cauliflower rice.
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Extra creamy? Blend ½ cup ricotta with broth before adding.
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Leftovers? The soup thickens—just thin with broth when reheating.
This soup is comfort in a bowl—like a hug from Nonna! 😍🍲 Want a spicy kick? Add a pinch of red pepper flakes!
