Description
Experience the ultimate comfort of a classic lasagna without the tedious layering process. This one-pot soup combines savory halal chicken or beef Italian-style sausage, tangy tomatoes, and broken lasagna noodles simmered in a rich broth. Topped with a cooling dollop of creamy ricotta cheese, this dish captures all the indulgence of a Sunday dinner in a fraction of the time. Perfect for busy weeknights, it is a hearty, rustic meal that satisfies cravings for Italian comfort food while keeping clean-up to a minimum.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound halal chicken or beef Italian sausage, casings removed
1 medium onion, finely diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups chicken broth
1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
8 ounces lasagna noodles, broken into 2-inch pieces
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
Add the sausage and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through.
Stir in the diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and tomato paste, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth, crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, dried basil, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes.
Bring the soup to a simmer, then add the broken lasagna noodles.
Cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the noodles are tender, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Remove from heat and stir in the shredded mozzarella until melted.
Ladle the soup into bowls and top each serving with a generous dollop of ricotta cheese and a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
Notes
Use spicy sausage if you prefer more heat, or mild for a family-friendly version. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days; the noodles may absorb some broth, so add a splash of extra chicken broth when reheating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg