Buffet Lasagne

Ingredients

• 1 lb. ground beef
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 clove garlic, crushed
• 1 tsp. salt (optional)
• 1 1/2 tsp. oregano
• 1 tsp. basil
• 2 (8 oz. each) cans tomato paste
• 2 c. hot water
• 1 (8 oz.) pkg. lasagne noodles or 1/2 (1 lb.) box
• 1 lb. cottage cheese or Ricotta cheese
• 8 oz. Mozzarella cheese
• Parmesan cheese