INGREDIENTS
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2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil, divided
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1 lb lean ground beef
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1 large yellow onion, diced (2 cups)
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4 garlic cloves, minced
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4 cups low-sodium chicken broth or beef broth
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1 (14.5 oz) can petite diced tomatoes
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1 (14.5 oz) can crushed tomatoes
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2 1/2 Tbsp tomato paste
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1 3/4 tsp dried basil
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3/4 tsp dried oregano
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1/2 tsp dried rosemary, crushed
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1/2 tsp fennel seeds, crushed
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1/2 tsp dried thyme
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1 tsp granulated sugar
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1 1/2 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley, plus more for garnish
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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8 lasagna noodles, broken into bite size pieces (6.5 oz)
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1 1/4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (5 oz)
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1/2 cup finely shredded parmesan cheese (2 oz)
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8 oz ricotta cheese