Creamy and Satisfying Vegetable Lasagna Soup
This creamy and satisfying vegetable lasagna soup is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day. It's packed with hearty vegetables, tender beans, and a rich tomato broth. The addition of heavy cream gives the soup a luscious, velvety texture, while the Parmesan cheese adds a touch of umami and a salty, nutty flavor. This soup is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. You can add more vegetables, such as zucchini or spinach, or you can add some cooked ground beef or sausage for a heartier meal. Serve this soup with a side of crusty bread or a grilled cheese sandwich for a complete and satisfying meal.
The origins of lasagna soup are murky, but it is thought to have originated in Italy sometime in the Middle Ages. The dish was likely created as a way to use up leftover lasagna noodles and other ingredients. Over time, lasagna soup evolved into its own unique dish, with its own set of ingredients and cooking methods. Today, lasagna soup is a popular comfort food in many countries around the world.
Creamy and Satisfying Vegetable Lasagna Soup Creamy and Satisfying Vegetable Lasagna Soup Creamy and Satisfying Vegetable Lasagna Soup Creamy and Satisfying Vegetable Lasagna Soup
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 30 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 chopped onion
  • 2 minced garlic cloves
  • 2 chopped carrots
  • 2 chopped celery stalks
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) diced tomatoes
  • 1 (15 ounce) can low-sodium cannelloni beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can low-sodium tomato sauce
Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped onion and cook until softened about 5 minutes.
  3. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
  4. Add carrots and celery and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  5. Stir in diced tomatoes, drained cannelloni beans, tomato sauce, water, and Italian seasoning. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup of heavy cream.
  7. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  8. Serve with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese.
Why It Works
  • The combination of hearty vegetables, tender beans, and a rich tomato broth creates a flavorful and satisfying soup.
  • The addition of heavy cream gives the soup a luscious, velvety texture.
  • The Parmesan cheese adds a touch of umami and a salty, nutty flavor.
  • This soup is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences.