1️⃣ Brown the Meat:

In a skillet, cook ground beef (or sausage) and onion over medium heat until browned.

Add garlic and cook for 1 minute, then drain excess grease.

2️⃣ Slow Cook the Soup:

Add browned meat, crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, broth, tomato sauce, tomato paste, and all seasonings to the crockpot.

Stir well, cover, and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours.

3️⃣ Add the Pasta:

In the last 30 minutes of cooking, stir in broken lasagna noodles and let them soften.

4️⃣ Prepare the Cheese Topping:

In a small bowl, mix ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan.

5️⃣ Serve & Enjoy:

Ladle soup into bowls, top with a dollop of cheesy topping, and sprinkle with fresh basil or parsley.

💡 Pro Tip: Stir some shredded mozzarella directly into the soup for an extra cheesy, gooey texture!