Lasagna

Directions

1. 1
   Cook and stir onions and garlic in Crisco oil in large skillet over medium heat until soft.
2. 2
   Push to one side of skillet.
3. 3
   Add ground beef.
4. 4
   Cook, stirring well, to crumble beef.
5. 5
   Drain, if necessary.
6. 6
   Add tomatoes with juice.
7. 7
   Break tomatoes into smaller pieces.
8. 8
   Add tomato paste, basil, oregano, sugar and pepper.
9. 9
   Stir until well blended.
10. 10
    Simmer 30 minutes.
11. 11
    Combine cottage cheese, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese and parsley.
12. 12
    Set aside.
13. 13
    Cook lasagna noodles 7 minutes in unsalted boiling water.
14. 14
    Drain well.
15. 15
    Heat oven to 350°.
16. 16
    Place thin layer of meat sauce in 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan.
17. 17
    Add, in layers, 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, 1/3 cup Mozzarella and thin layer of sauce.
18. 18
    Repeat noodle and cheese layers.
19. 19
    Top with remaining sauce and remaining 1/3 cup Mozzarella. Bake at 350° for 45 minutes.
20. 20
    Let stand 15 minutes before serving. Cut into 12 rectangles.