Ravioli Bowl (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

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

# Instructions:

01 - Heat a Dutch oven over medium. Brown the ground beef for 5-7 minutes, stirring to break it apart. Drain off any grease.
02 - Throw in the water, crushed tomatoes (both cans), tomato paste, onion, parsley, basil, garlic, oregano, onion salt, sugar, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring everything to a boil while stirring.
03 - Turn the heat down, pop the lid on, and let it simmer gently for about half an hour.
04 - Boil the ravioli as the package says, then drain them using a colander.
05 - Add the cooked ravioli to your soup, warm it up, and mix in the Parmesan. Sprinkle parsley or oregano on top if you want to dress it up a bit.

# Notes:

01 - This hearty soup is packed with beef, cheesy ravioli, and a flavorful tomato broth.
02 - Yields about 2-1/2 quarts total.