1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
1/2 lb Italian sausage
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried basil
2 (14.5 ounces) cans whole tomatoes, undrained and chopped
2 (6 ounces) cans tomato paste
24 ounces cottage cheese
2 eggs, beaten
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons parsley
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 lb mozzarella cheese, divided
12-15 lasagna noodles
10-12 servings
Brown ground beef, Italian sausage, onion and garlic. Add salt and next 5 ingredients; stirring until well mixed. Simmer 1 hour. Cook lasagna noodles according to package directions; drain and set aside. Combine cottage cheese, eggs, salt, pepper, 2 tablespoons parsley, Parmesan cheese and 1/2 of mozzarella cheese; In a lasagna pan, layer noodles, meat sauce, and cheese mixture; repeat. Top off with layer of noodles; sprinkle evenly with remaining mozzarella cheese. Bake at 375 degrees for 30 to 40 minutes, or until cheese mixture is thoroughly melted.