Easy Lasagna Soup

This recipe is one I found on Pinterest, several versions, actually…but I put a healthier twist on it! I prefer an Easy Lasagna Soup that’s lower in fat and sodium, a great alternative if you are trying to cut those things down in your diet, like me. Here’s what I used and how I did it…

Ingredients:

• 1 pound of lean ground turkey
• 1/2 onion, diced – I used DRIED diced onion
• 1 whole red bell pepper, diced – I use used frozen I had on hand
• 1 14.5 oz petite diced tomatoes
• 1 28 oz can of crushed tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon of minced garlic – I forgot to use, tasted fine!
• 1 tablespoon of Italian Seasoning
• 4 cups of unsalted or low-sodium beef broth (1 carton)
• 12 oz of lasagna noodles
• 15 oz of low fat ricotta cheese (You won’t need it all)
• 1 cup of mozzarella cheese – can use Italian blend or low fat
• 1 cup of parmesan cheese – can use Italian blend or low fat
• fresh basil (optional) – I used dried I had on hand

Steps:

1. Cook the onion, red bell pepper, garlic and some of the seasonings in a large skillet.
2. Brown the ground turkey in the same pan with the onion and bell pepper.
3. Place this cooked turkey and veggie mixture in a 6 quart crock pot.
4. Pour in the crushed tomatoes and the diced tomatoes.
5. Add the rest of the seasonings.
6. Pour in the beef broth.
7. Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours.
8. Remove the lid. Break the lasagna into bite size pieces and stir in.
9. Cover and cook on high for about 30 minutes until the noodles are soft.
10. Spoon into bowls. Top with a tablespoon of ricotta cheese, and a handful of mozzarella and parmesan cheese. If your like, sprinkle with fresh basil.

Hope you enjoy…and let me know if you make this one. Try not to forget the garlic, like I did…but if you do, it still will taste great!

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If you like warm and cozy meals, be sure to check out my EASY Chicken Taco Soup too! If you have any suggestions on others you like, pop me in a comment here or over on Facebook or Instagram!