A comforting and hearty soup that brings the flavors of lasagna into a bowl.
In a large saucepan, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon.
For a leaner soup, drain any excess fat after browning the beef.
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the saucepan and sauté until softened.
Cooking the onions and garlic together enhances their flavors.
Stir in the chicken broth, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper.
Mix well to ensure the seasonings are evenly distributed.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes.
Simmering allows the flavors to meld together beautifully.
Add the broken lasagna noodles to the soup and cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
Stir occasionally to prevent the noodles from sticking to the bottom.
Stir in the grated parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
Adding the cheese at the end ensures a creamy texture.
Ladle the soup into bowls and top with croutons and shredded mozzarella cheese.
Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.