Lasagna

ingredients

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1. In skillet, heat oil and add onions and garlic. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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2. Add meat and cook until brown.
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3. Stir in oregano, basil, bay leaf, sugar, salt and pepper.
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4. Add tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste and water. Break up tomatoes with potato masher.
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5. Heat to boiling, reduce and simmer uncovered for 45-60 minutes. Stir occasionally.
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6. Ricotta filling: In large bowl, combine ricotta, egg, salt and pepper. Beat until smooth.
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7. Stir in parsley, 1 package of cheese (diced,) and 1 tablespoon of grated Parmesan. Set aside.
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8. Cook lasagna noodles in salt water until almost tender. Drain.
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9. Preheat oven to 350° and lightly grease baking dishes.
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10. Spoon a little sauce in bottom of pan; layer noodles, cheese mixture, and sauce in pans, ending with sauce.
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11. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and top with 1/2 package of mozzarella cheese (sliced.)
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12. Bake 45-50 minutes.
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13. Remove from oven, and let cool for 5 minutes.