Classic Lasagne

Ingredients

• 1 lb. ground beef
• 1 medium onion
• 1/4 c. bell pepper (optional)
• 1 tsp. oregano leaves
• 1/2 tsp. dried basil leaves
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. black pepper
• 1 (6 oz.) can tomato paste plus equal amount water
• 1 (16 oz.) can tomatoes plus equal amount water
• 1 (8 oz.) container Ricotta cheese
• 1 c. Mozzarella cheese
• 1 c. shredded medium Cheddar cheese
• 10 oz. lasagne noodles
• 1/2 c. shredded Parmesan cheese
• pepperoni slices (optional)