Instructions:
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Add the ground beef or Italian sausage to the pot. Cook, breaking up the meat with a spoon, until browned and cooked through.
Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef or vegetable broth, dried basil, dried oregano, and dried thyme. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Bring the soup to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Add the broken lasagna noodles to the soup and continue to simmer for another 10-12 minutes, or until the noodles are tender.
Stir in the shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
Ladle the lasagna soup into bowls and garnish with a dollop of ricotta cheese and fresh basil leaves if desired.
Enjoy your hearty and flavorful lasagna soup! Serve it with garlic bread or a simple green salad for a complete meal.
