Easy Lasagna Soup

Ingredients:

1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
4 cups beef broth
2 cups uncooked pasta (e.g., lasagna noodles, broken into pieces)
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup ricotta cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Directions:

In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef or Italian sausage over medium heat. Drain excess fat if necessary.
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, beef broth, dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes (if using), and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil.
Add the uncooked pasta to the pot and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
Remove the pot from heat and stir in the ricotta cheese until well combined.
Serve the soup hot, topped with shredded mozzarella cheese and fresh basil leaves.
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes
Kcal: 380 kcal | Servings: 6 servings