0.5pounditalian sausagemild or hot, casings removed
1cupyellow onionchopped
2clovesgarlicminced
4cupschicken broth
1candiced tomatoesundrained, 14.5 oz
1cupheavy cream
0.5cupricotta cheese
0.5cupgrated Parmesan cheese
6pieceslasagna noodlesbroken into bite-sized pieces
2cupsfresh spinachpacked
0.5teaspoonsaltor to taste
0.25teaspoonblack pepperor to taste
Instructions
Preparation Steps
Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add Italian sausage and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Remove sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving grease in the pot.
Add chopped onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
Pour in chicken broth and add the diced tomatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
Stir in heavy cream, ricotta cheese, and Parmesan cheese until well combined and the soup is creamy. Return the cooked sausage to the pot.
Add the broken lasagna noodles to the soup. Cook according to package directions, usually 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until the noodles are al dente.
Stir in the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
This soup is best served immediately, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.