Classic Lasagna

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 3/4 cup chopped onion
• 2 tablespoons salad oil (recipe calls for but I do not use) or 2 tablespoons olive oil (recipe calls for but I do not use)
• 1 (1 lb) can tomatoes
• 2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
• 2 cups water
• 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon oregano leaves
• 8 ounces lasagna noodles
• 1 lb ricotta cheese
• 8 ounces mozzarella cheese (shredded or thinly sliced)
• 1 cup grated parmesan cheese