Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup

INGREDIENTS

1 lb

lean ground sausage

3 tsp

Italian seasoning, divided

1 tsp

garlic powder

1 tsp

onion powder

1 15 ounce can

tomato sauce

1 15 ounce can

crushed tomatoes

4 cups

low sodium chicken broth

1 tsp

salt, or to taste

1/4 tsp

black pepper

8 oz

broken lasagna noodles or short noodles, boiled til tender

2/3 cup

ricotta cheese, plus more for serving

fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced or finely chopped

1 cup

shaved or grated parmesan cheese