Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup

By Coppermouse

Ingredients

• 1 1/4 pounds ground Italian turkey sausage
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 (28-ounce) can petite-diced tomatoes
• 1 (18-ounce) can Recipe Starters Fire-Roasted Tomato Cooking Sauce
• 6 cloves garlic
• 1 white onion, diced
• 2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• 6 ounces dried lasagna noodles, broken into small pieces
• salt and pepper to taste
• 2 cups ricotta cheese, for garnish
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese, for garnish

Preparation

Step 1

Add turkey sausage, chicken broth, tomatoes, tomato sauce, garlic, onion, oregano, thyme and bay leaf to a slow cooker, and stir to combine.
2. Cook on low for 7 hours.
3. Stir in the pasta noodles, then cover and cook for an additional 30-45 minutes until the noodles are al dente. Season with salt and pepper if needed.
4. Remove from heat and serve warm, garnished with a spoonful of ricotta cheese and Parmesan.