Description

This delicious twist on lasagna features shrimp, a creamy white sauce, and plenty of cheese, all in a comforting, soupy form. It’s a rich and flavorful dish that’s perfect for a cozy meal with a seafood flair!

Ingredients

For the Soup Base:

1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 medium onion, chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 cups chicken broth

1 ½ cups heavy cream

1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes

2 teaspoons Italian seasoning

1 teaspoon sea salt

½ teaspoon black pepper

8 oz lasagna noodles, broken into pieces

1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

For the White Sauce:

3 tablespoons butter

3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

2 cups whole milk

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Optional Garnishes:

Extra shredded mozzarella

Fresh basil or parsley

Instructions

Cook the Shrimp:

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes, until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the pot and set aside.

Make the Soup Base:

In the same pot, add the chopped onion and garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant.

Stir in the chicken broth, heavy cream, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.

Add the broken lasagna noodles to the pot and cook according to package instructions, about 10 minutes, or until al dente.

Prepare the White Sauce:

In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to make a roux, ensuring there are no lumps.

Slowly whisk in the milk and continue to cook, whisking constantly, until the sauce thickens (about 3-4 minutes).

Stir in the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan, and cook until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.

Combine the White Sauce and Soup:

Pour the prepared white sauce into the soup base, stirring to combine.

Add the cooked shrimp back into the pot and stir in the fresh parsley. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes to heat everything through.

Serve:

Ladle the soup into bowls and top with extra mozzarella cheese, fresh basil or parsley, and a sprinkle of Parmesan if desired.

Enjoy this rich and creamy Shrimp Lasagna Soup with its savory white sauce, cheesy goodness, and tender shrimp!