Lasagna Soup

INGREDIENTS

2 tbsp

extra virgin olive oil (divided)

1 lb

lean ground beef

1 cup

large yellow onion (diced (2 ))

4 cloves

garlic (minced)

4 cups

low-sodium chicken broth or beef broth

1 14.5 ounce can

petite diced tomatoes

1 14.5 ounce can

crushed tomatoes

2 1/2 tbsp

tomato paste

1 3/4 tsp

dried basil

3/4 tsp

dried oregano

1/2 tsp

dried rosemary (crushed)

1/2 tsp

fennel seeds (crushed)

1/2 tsp

dried thyme

1 tsp

granulated sugar

1 1/2 tbsp

chopped fresh parsley (plus more for garnish)

Salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

pieces lasagna noodles (broken into bite size (6.5 oz))

1 1/4 cups

shredded mozzarella cheese (5 oz)

1/2 cup

finely shredded parmesan cheese (2 oz)

8 oz

ricotta cheese