Description
Comfort meets elegance in this creamy alfredo lasagna soup, blending Italian-inspired flavors into a hearty one-pot marvel. Rich pasta layers mingle with velvety sauce, creating a luxurious meal that wraps you in delicious warmth.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein and Pasta:
- 8 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
- 6 cups (1.4 liters) chicken broth
Dairy and Cheese:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup (100 grams) freshly grated Parmesan cheese (plus extra for garnish)
Herbs, Seasonings, and Aromatics:
- 2 cups (60 grams) fresh spinach (or frozen if preferred)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) Italian seasoning
- 1 pinch nutmeg
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Olive oil, for sauteing
Instructions
- Warm a large pot over medium heat and introduce a delicate drizzle of olive oil. Gently bloom the minced garlic, stirring constantly to release its aromatic essence without scorching, which would impart an unpleasant bitterness.
- Cascade the chicken broth into the pot, bringing the liquid to a gentle, rolling boil. Carefully fragment the lasagna noodles and introduce them alongside the Italian seasoning. Allow the noodles to dance and soften for approximately 10-12 minutes, intermittently stirring to prevent adhesion to the pot’s surface.
- Reduce the heat to create a calm, simmering environment. Stream in the heavy whipping cream, transforming the liquid into a luxurious base. Gradually incorporate the Parmesan cheese, whisking methodically to ensure a silky, uniform consistency without any lingering cheese lumps.
- Delicately fold in the fresh spinach leaves, awakening their vibrant green color. Enhance the flavor profile with a whisper of nutmeg, complemented by precise pinches of salt and pepper. Let the ingredients intermingle and develop depth for an additional 5 minutes.
- With a ladle, transfer the steaming soup into waiting bowls. Crown each serving with a generous snowfall of freshly grated Parmesan cheese, creating a final touch of indulgent elegance. Serve immediately to capture the soup’s peak temperature and textural harmony.
Notes
- Prevent Burnt Garlic by keeping a close eye and stirring constantly, removing from heat the moment it turns golden to maintain a sweet, nutty flavor without bitterness.
- Adjust Noodle Consistency by breaking lasagna noodles into smaller pieces before cooking, ensuring even cooking and easier eating experience in the soup.
- Create Dairy-Free Version by substituting heavy cream with coconut milk or cashew cream and using nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan for a similar rich, creamy texture.
- Control Sodium Levels by using low-sodium chicken broth and adding salt gradually, tasting as you go to prevent oversalting the delicate Alfredo base.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 70mg