Meat & Cheese Lasagna

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Cook pasta as directed, cool, and set aside.

Brown meat and drain.

In a bowl, mix ricotta, parmesan, garlic, parsley, and basil and set aside.

Spread 1 cup of tomato sauce in a 13” x 9″ baking pan.

Lay 4 pasta noodles in the pan, then spread on a layer of the cheese mixture, followed by more sauce, and a layer of meat. Repeat layers to the top, finish with 4 pasta noodles, and cover with remaining tomato sauce.

Cover with tin foil and bake for 1 hour.

Remove foil, top with the mozzarella and bake uncovered for 10 minutes.

Remove from oven and let stand 10 minutes. Cut and serve