Description
Lasagna Soup is a comforting and speedy meal that captures the cozy flavors of traditional lasagna with smoked turkey bacon, plant-based cheese, and a rich tomato broth. Perfect for busy nights, this hearty soup combines simple, wholesome ingredients and can be easily customized to suit your tastes, delivering a warm and satisfying bowl in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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Meat and Cheese
- 6 slices smoked turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 cup shredded plant-based cheese (mozzarella-style or cheddar-style)
Aromatics
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Broth and Base
- 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup grape juice (natural)
- 2 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 tsp dried oregano (natural)
- 1 tsp dried basil (natural)
- 1 to 1.5 tsp natural gelling agent
Noodles and Greens
- 6 lasagna noodles, broken into bite-sized pieces
- 2 cups chopped fresh spinach
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: Crisp the smoked turkey bacon in a large pot over medium heat until fragrant and browned. Remove and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot and stir frequently until softened and aromatic, creating a rich flavor base for the broth.
- Build the Broth: Pour in the crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, and grape juice. Stir in vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), dried oregano, and dried basil. Add the natural gelling agent and simmer gently to thicken and develop a rich texture.
- Add the Noodles and Greens: Break the lasagna noodles into bite-sized pieces and add them directly to the simmering broth. Halfway through cooking, stir in the chopped fresh spinach to wilt and brighten the soup.
- Finish with Cheese and Bacon: When the noodles are tender, fold in the shredded plant-based cheese until it melts smoothly and becomes creamy. Stir in the crisped turkey bacon pieces to add smoky crunch and complete the soup.
Notes
- Use fresh basil or oregano to enhance the flavor significantly over dried herbs.
- Cook noodles just until tender to avoid sogginess.
- Slowly sauté onions and garlic, and let herbs bloom in the broth to deepen the flavor complexity.
- Choose high-quality crushed tomatoes for the best natural taste.
- Adjust the amount of natural gelling agent to control broth thickness according to preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: lasagna soup, plant-based cheese, smoked turkey bacon, tomato broth, quick soup, gluten-free soup, comforting soup, easy dinner
