Lasagna Soup

Directions

1. 1
   heat olive oil in large pot over medium heat
2. 2
   add sausage in bite size pieces and let brown (takes about five minutes)
3. 3
   add onion and cook until soft (about six minutes)
4. 4
   add garlic, oregano and red pepper flakes, cook for a minute
5. 5
   add tomato paste and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, tomato paste should be a rusty color
6. 6
   add diced tomatoes, bay leaves, and chicken stock.
7. 7
   bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 30 minutes
8. 8
   add pasta to soup and cook to al dente or cook pasta seperately to avoid mushiness
9. 9
   while pasta cooks, combine all ingredients for cheese topping in a bowl
10. 10
    when soup is done, ladel into bowl and add a dolep of cheese topping.
11. 11
    finally enjoy!
12. 12
    :)