In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef or sausage over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
1 medium onion, 2 cloves garlic
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes (if using). Season with salt and pepper.
28 ounce can crushed tomatoes, 15 ounce can tomato sauce, 4 cups beef broth, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon dried basil, 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, Salt and pepper
Bring the mixture to a simmer. Add the broken lasagna noodles. Cook until the noodles are tender, about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
8 ounces lasagna noodles
Stir in the heavy cream to create a creamy texture.
1 cup heavy cream
Dollop spoonfuls of ricotta cheese into the soup. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
1 cup ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Ladle the Easy Creamy Lasagna Soup into bowls. Garnish with fresh basil, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
Fresh basil
