Description
Warm up your night with this easy, cozy Lasagna Soup made with rich tomato, smoked turkey bacon, and plant-based cheese for comfort. This spoonable soup captures the classic flavors of traditional lasagna in a hearty, flavorful bowl perfect for chilly evenings and busy weeknights.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 6 slices smoked turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes (natural)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste (natural)
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup plant-based cheese, torn
- 4 lasagna noodles, broken into bite-sized pieces
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (natural)
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent (mixed with cold water)
For Garnish
- Fresh basil leaves, chopped
- Reserved crispy smoked turkey bacon pieces
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: Cook chopped smoked turkey bacon in a large pot over medium heat until crispy and fragrant. Remove a few crispy bits for garnish and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add diced yellow onion and minced garlic to the pot. Cook until soft and translucent to build a flavorful foundation for the soup.
- Build the Tomato Broth: Stir in tomato paste (natural) and cook for 1 minute to deepen flavor. Add diced tomatoes (natural), vegetable broth, Italian seasoning (natural), red pepper flakes, and apple cider vinegar. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Break and Add Noodles: Break lasagna noodles into bite-sized pieces and add them to the simmering soup. Cook for 8-10 minutes until tender but still firm.
- Thicken and Finish: Stir in a small amount of natural gelling agent mixed with cold water to lightly thicken the broth, creating a hearty consistency without heaviness.
- Add Cheese and Turkey Bacon: Mix in torn plant-based cheese and the reserved crispy turkey bacon pieces. Let the cheese melt softly into the soup to achieve a creamy texture.
Notes
- Cook noodles partially in the broth or separately to avoid overcooking.
- Use fresh herbs like basil and parsley to brighten the soup.
- Adjust apple cider vinegar gradually to balance acidity without overpowering.
- Keep soup at a gentle simmer to prevent noodle breakdown.
- Use natural gelling agent sparingly for ideal thickness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: lasagna soup, plant-based cheese, smoked turkey bacon, tomato soup, comfort food, gluten-free soup
