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White Lasagna Soup Recipe

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This White Lasagna Soup brings all the comforting flavors of traditional lasagna into a warm, creamy soup. Featuring crispy bacon, tender rotini pasta, fresh spinach, and a luxurious blend of ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses, this cozy dish is perfect for a quick and satisfying meal that’s ready in about 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 slices bacon, chopped
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 3 cups whole milk or half-and-half
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 8 ounces rotini pasta (or other short pasta)
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
  • Fresh parsley or basil, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Cook the Bacon and Sauté Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the bacon fat in the pot. Add chopped onion and sauté about 5 minutes until soft. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  2. Add Broth, Milk, and Seasonings: Pour in chicken broth and milk or half-and-half. Stir in dried basil, oregano, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
  3. Cook the Pasta: Add the uncooked rotini pasta to the pot. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente—tender but still slightly firm.
  4. Stir in the Cheeses and Spinach: Lower heat to a gentle simmer. Slowly add ricotta, shredded mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese, stirring gently until cheeses melt into a creamy soup. Add fresh chopped spinach and cooked bacon, cooking just until spinach wilts—about 1–2 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Ladle soup into bowls. Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese and freshly chopped parsley or basil. Serve warm with crusty or garlic bread on the side for dipping.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian version, omit bacon or substitute with smoked mushrooms or sautéed mushrooms.
  • If using frozen spinach, thaw and squeeze out excess moisture, and add it earlier since it’s already wilted.
  • Prepare soup ahead and refrigerate in an airtight container up to 3 days; reheat gently on the stove to maintain cheese creaminess.
  • Adding different cheeses like Asiago or Pecorino can add a unique twist.
  • For a leaner protein option, substitute bacon with cooked shredded chicken or turkey.
  • To prevent cheese clumping, add cheese slowly over low heat and keep soup just under simmer.

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