Description
Layers of comfort converge in this creamy white lasagna soup, offering a comforting twist on classic Italian fare. Hearty ingredients meld together, creating a rich and satisfying meal that invites you to savor each spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound (454 g) ground spicy Italian sausage (or mild, based on preference)
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 medium cloves garlic, minced
- 2–3 cups chopped and de-stemmed kale (can substitute spinach)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsps all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning (or a mix of oregano and thyme)
- 6 cups (1.4 L) chicken broth
- 2 cups (473 ml) half and half
- 8–10 large lasagna noodles, broken into smaller pieces
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- ½ cup (50 g) freshly shredded Parmesan cheese
- Optional: red pepper flakes
- Optional: fresh thyme
- Optional: crusty bread
Instructions
- Sauté Protein: Char ground Italian sausage in a heated pot with olive oil, methodically crumbling until achieving a deep caramel sear, extracting robust flavor profiles. Remove browned meat and reserve.
- Develop Aromatic Base: In identical pot, gently sweat onions with minimal salt until translucent, then introduce garlic and Italian seasoning, allowing essential oils to unfurl, creating a fragrant foundation.
- Create Roux: Sprinkle flour across vegetable landscape, toasting briefly to eliminate raw undertones and establish soup’s structural integrity. Deglaze with chicken broth, liberating caramelized essence clinging to pot’s surface.
- Construct Soup Structure: Submerge lasagna noodles into simmering liquid, allowing them to transform and soften. Periodically stir to prevent adhesion, maintaining even cooking temperature and texture.
- Integrate Creamy Elements: Reduce thermal intensity, reunite reserved sausage with brewing mixture. Gently cascade half and half, creating luxurious, velvety consistency without compromising dairy’s delicate nature.
- Finalize Composition: Incorporate kale, permitting ingredients to harmonize and meld flavors. Calibrate seasoning with strategic salt and herb adjustments, ensuring balanced taste profile.
- Serve with Flourish: Cascade soup into elegant vessels, generously crown with freshly grated Parmesan. Optional embellishments include red pepper flakes, artisan bread, and tender thyme garnish.
Notes
- Prevent Dairy Curdling: Maintain medium-low heat when adding half and half to avoid separation, stirring gently to keep the soup smooth and creamy.
- Noodle Management: Break lasagna noodles into smaller pieces and stir occasionally during cooking to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
- Flavor Depth Technique: Toast flour briefly with onions and garlic to eliminate raw taste and enhance the soup’s rich, developed flavor profile.
- Customization Tip: Adjust consistency by adding more chicken broth if soup becomes too thick, and experiment with additional herbs or spices to suit personal taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg