Creamy Alfredo Lasagna Soup – Cozy Comfort in a Bowl

Name: Creamy Alfredo Lasagna Soup – Cozy Comfort in a Bowl
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil (or vegetable oil for a lighter option); 1 pound ground Italian sausage (or ground beef, turkey, or a plant-based alternative); 1 onion, finely chopped; 4 cloves garlic, minced (or garlic powder as a substitute); 4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for a vegetarian version); 2 cups water; 15 oz Alfredo sauce; 8 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces (or penne or rigatoni if preferred); 1/2 teaspoon dried basil (or fresh basil if available); 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to taste for spiciness); salt and pepper (to taste); 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1 cup ricotta cheese; freshly chopped parsley (for garnish)