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54321 Based on 22 Reviews

404 less calories
28 g less fat

Servings: 8 cups
Prep Time: 5 min
Cook Time: 1 hr
Difficulty: Easy

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2 teaspoons olive oil
1 pound Italian turkey sausage, casings removed
1 onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 (32-ounce) container chicken broth
1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (14 1/2-ounce) can petite diced tomatoes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
4 ounces broken whole-wheat lasagna noodles (about 4 noodles)
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
1/2 cup reduced-fat shredded mozzarella cheese
8 Whole-wheat breadsticks or grissini (optional)

Directions

Heat the oil over medium-high heat in a large nonstick saucepot or Dutch oven. Add the sausage, onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until the sausage is crumbled and browned, 8 – 10 minutes. 

Add the broth, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, salt, and crushed red pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the flavors are blended, about 20 minutes. Add the noodles; bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the soup thickens slightly and the noodles are tender, 10 – 12 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in mozzarella, basil, and the Parmesan. Serve with the breadsticks, if using. (whole-wheat lasagna noodles take a little longer to cook.)

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Nutritional Information: Per Serving (1 cup) 225 Cal (27% from Fat, 42% from Protein, 31% from Carb); 23 g Protein; 7 g Tot Fat; 2 g Sat Fat; 2 g Mono Fat; 17 g Carb; 2 g Fiber; 4 g Sugar; 108 mg Calcium; 3 mg Iron; 826 mg Sodium; 53 mg Cholesterol

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Reader Comments:

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Made this for dinner this evening and it is a bit on the salty side and I generally like my food a bit salty. The saltiness is Possibly due to the boxed chicken stock or the salt already in the turkey sausage. It may be best to taste then add salt as desired rather than follow directions. I was also somewhat disappointed with how watery/runny the broth was, I was hoping for something that would thicken up a bit. I will definitely be trying the "fatter" Paula version sometime in the future.

By Mandi on January 10, 2012

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This recipe was good, but very salty. I'd leave out the additional salt the recipe calls for when I make it next time.

By Stacey on January 07, 2012

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This soup is sooooo goood. I've made it at least 10 times since January. It's like 100 degrees in Texas but I'm still making it today!!!

By Aubrei on June 07, 2011

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This soup is SOOO good, I want to make it like twice a week, but I don't want my husband to get tired of it, so I try to control myself. I don't use turkey sausage though, I use ground turkey seasoned with Italian seasoning and sage, and I add fresh spinach before simmering. Very good.

By Amanda on January 19, 2011

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This recipe was delicious and although "light" very filling. I added mushrooms to the meat and onions. When I prepare again, which will be very soon, I am going to add zucchini and or spinach since my family is huge on veggies:) Thank you for another great recipe that my whole house enjoyed.

By dj on January 12, 2011

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I love Paula Deen's food. People pick on me,calling me little Paula because I do her recipes. I really enjoy watching the show and I pray that some day I can go to her resturant in Georgia. I would love to see her in person as well. That would be a treat. She is wonderful on television and I would love to hang out with her in person. Paula is my girl, she just don't know it yet. Paula, if you get this message, I choose your cooking over all that is on t.v. Stay bless and may heaven smile upon you.

By Marilyn Pasco on January 03, 2011

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This is such a great recipe that within a few days multiple people have asked me for it! The directions kind of cut off so I added the basil with the noodles and the parmesan cheese right after that. I added the mozzarella right when I served it. I have also made it with pork sausage too. This is a must try!

By Tess on January 02, 2011

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Made the New Years Eve and it was awesome. Leftovers today were equally as good or perhaps better.

By Peggy on January 01, 2011

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Thought you would enjoy.

By Paul Cimino on January 01, 2011

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It was delish!!! Had to cut down on the salt.I do not like salt.

By sheila kelley on January 01, 2011

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SOOOOO GOOD..just finished eating some and it got everyones approval!!

By Kim Squires on December 31, 2010

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I haven't tried this yet but is looks delicious. I will try it. Thank you for the lighter recipes on facebook. They are easy to prepare and look tasty too.

By Carmela Maniscalco on December 30, 2010

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When is the best time to add the cheese?

By Dave Prue on December 30, 2010

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TERRIFIC !!! AT LAST A GREAT ( LIGHTER TASTES ) SOUP !!! THANK YOU!

By Lynn Swindell on December 29, 2010

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In the lasagna soup re3cipe, when do you add parmesan cheese & shredded cheese, or are they for the breadsticks..i know its probably a stupid blonde question lol!!

By Kimberly Roberts on December 29, 2010

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I love that Bobby lightens up recipes without losing flavor. I enjoy eating healthy (as much as possible) and it is nice to have favorites filled with taste, not fat. Thanks Bobby!

By Nyse on December 29, 2010

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I love all your reciepts, I haven't found a bad one yet. I am going to try this lasagna soup it sounds like a winner. I also saw you and michael and bobby and your grandson at the delaware state fair, my husband suprised me with the tickets knowing how much I just love you. I am planning a vacation to Georgia just to see the Lady and Sons. Love love love sheri

By sheri hosier on December 29, 2010

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i love youer show and all of the recipes that you go

By melissa hott on December 29, 2010

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This sounds fantastic!!! Always looking for ways to "lighten things up" in the kitchen!!! This will be what I make for our neighborhood"s New Years Day Soup party!!!! Thanks for the recipe! Happy New Year to all!

By Lisa Verbraska on December 29, 2010

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Thank you so much for your lighter recipes. I am one of those "fortunate" fluffy Americans who get to fight with obesity on a daily basis. I was scared out of my mind a few months ago when I thought I had Diabetes. I co-own a restaurant with my mother and HAD poor eating habits. Thanks to your recipes and the inspiration to lighten my own recipes, I am beating obesity!!! I am down 40# with ONLY 250# to go...ha! But, I will make it. I love your restaurant (been there 20+ times) and I love your family. Please keep up the great work you do and God Bless you all!!! Paul Doster

By Paul Doster on December 29, 2010

Love your Mother’s recipes and now yours. Also Jamies. Thanks for the lighter verson.

By Sara on July 08, 2010

Hi Bobby

I am a huge fan of the Deen family.  I have all of the cook books, I have visited the restaurant in Savannah and have seen your show in Atlantic City with the whole family.  It was a thrill of a lifetime for me.  Thank you to all of you for bringing such joy to all of your fans.

Sincerely Sharon McGuckin

By Sharon McGuckin on May 25, 2010

I have been using your receipes now for the past two weeks with P90X and I already lost 6 pounds keep the receipes coming!

By Carol on March 17, 2010

This recipe does not tell when to add the basil and the cheeses! I’m assuming at the end though

By Rachel on February 18, 2010

I made this soup for the Superbowl and it was a big hit.  I used very lean ground turkey instead of the turkey sausage and omitted the salt.
I also found the petite tomatoes with garlic/basil/oregano added in.  My teenage son even liked it.  Thanks…keep them coming!

By Julia on February 09, 2010

Paula I love all of recipes. I have 5 kids and to come up with a new meal that dosen’t take all day to make is wonderful! This recipe is going in my personal book with all the others I have gotten from you.

By tonnette wilson on January 11, 2010

Hey Bobby,
Can’t wait to try this lasagna soup i,m always trying to prepare healthy meals for my family and and i like it even better that your including the nutritional value as well.

Melody Martinelli

By Melody Martinelli on January 11, 2010

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