Savory Italian Herb Lasagna Soup

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pound Italian sausage, casing removed
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional for spice)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 (15-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
• 8 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
• Salt
• pepper
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Fresh basil leaves, for garnish