Soup:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pound ground Italian sausage (or ground beef)
• 1 small onion (diced)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 8 lasagna noodles (broken into pieces)
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped fresh basil or parsley for garnish

Cheesy Garlic Bread:

• 1 baguette (sliced)
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese