Soul-Warming Lasagna Soup

1.Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.

2.Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot. Cook until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

3.Stir in the dried oregano, dried basil, and red pepper flakes. Cook for another minute until fragrant.

4.Pour in the crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, and water. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a boil.

5.Once boiling, add the broken lasagna noodles to the pot. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook until the noodles are tender, about 10-12 minutes.

6.In a small bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

7.Once the noodles are cooked, stir in the cheese mixture until well combined and the soup is creamy.

8.Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.

9.Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.