Easy Lasagna Soup

November 19, 2013

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A family friendly, easy and quick soup with all the ingredients from your favorite pasta dish.

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 pound ground turkey
1 medium sized onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 (28 oz) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
2 bay leaves
6 cups chicken broth
Parmesan rind, optional
8 ounces of broken up lasagna noodles or fusilli pasta
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
salt and pepper to taste

For the Topping or the Cheesy Goodness:
8 ounces of low fat ricotta cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt
pinch of black pepper
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and break it up as you brown it. Once it is browned add in the onions and cook until softened, about 5-6 minutes. Add the garlic to the...
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Nutritions

Calories
214

Sodium
882mg
36% DV

Fat
7g
11% DV

Protein
22g
45% DV

Carbs
13g
4% DV

Fiber
4g
17% DV