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Ingredients

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