"When Meredith Deeds was working on her cookbook "300 Sensational Soups," her son, Kyle, came up with the idea of turning his favorite meal, lasagna, into a soup. The tomato-y broth, brimming with sausage and pasta, melts the mix of cheeses placed in each bowl before serving. A quick swirl of the spoon ensures diners will get a bit of gooey cheese in every bite...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 teaspoons olive oil
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1 1/2 pounds Italian sausage (bulk or with casings removed)
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2 onions, finely chopped
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4 garlic cloves, minced
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2 teaspoons oregano
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1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
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2 tablespoons tomato paste
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1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes
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6 cups chicken broth
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2 bay leaves
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8 ounces fusilli pasta
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1/2 cup finely chopped fresh basil
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8 ounces ricotta
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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Pinch of pepper
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2 cups shredded mozzarella