Ravioli Soup (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 1 pound ground beef.
02 - 2 cups water.
03 - 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes.
04 - 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) crushed tomatoes.
05 - 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste.
06 - 1-1/2 cups chopped onions.
07 - 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley.
08 - 2 garlic cloves, minced.
09 - 3/4 teaspoon dried basil.
10 - 1/2 teaspoon sugar.
11 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano.
12 - 1/2 teaspoon onion salt.
13 - 1/2 teaspoon salt.
14 - 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
15 - 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme.
16 - 1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese ravioli.
17 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
18 - Additional fresh parsley or oregano leaves for garnish (optional).

# Instructions:

01 - In a Dutch oven, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink, 5-7 minutes, breaking it into crumbles; drain.
02 - Add water, tomatoes, tomato paste, onions, parsley, garlic, basil, sugar, oregano, onion salt, salt, pepper and thyme; bring to a boil.
03 - Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes.
04 - Cook ravioli according to package directions; drain.
05 - Add ravioli to soup and heat through. Stir in Parmesan cheese. If desired, sprinkle with additional fresh parsley or oregano.

# Notes:

01 - This soup combines the heartiness of beef with tender cheese ravioli in a rich tomato broth.
02 - Makes 2-1/2 quarts total.