Ingredients
Method
Cooking
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until soft.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add the ground beef or Italian sausage to the pot. Brown the meat, breaking it up with a spoon, for about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes, broth, dried basil, oregano, and red pepper flakes if using. Bring this mixture to a boil.
- Once boiling, add the broken lasagna noodles and reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the noodles are tender.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Remove the pot from heat and stir in the ricotta cheese until well combined.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and top with shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
For a complete meal, serve with garlic bread or a salad. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
