Basic Lasagna

Ingredients:

• 8-10 uncooked DeBoles Rice Lasagna Noodles
• 1 Egg, or Egg Substitute
• 1 Cup Low-fat Ricotta or Cottage Cheese
• 2 Cups Grated Mozzarella Cheese
• 1/4 Cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
• 1/4 tsp. Ground Black Pepper
• 1/2 lb. Lean Ground Beef, or Ground Turkey
• 1 Cup Sliced Bell Pepper, Green or Red
• 2 Cups Sliced Mushrooms
• 1 Cup Chopped Onions
• 4 Cups Prepared Spaghetti Sauce

Directions:

1. Mix egg, cheeses and pepper together in a bowl, and set aside.
2. Sauté meat in skillet until cooked, draining excess fat, if necessary.
3. Add vegetables and sauté for 5 minutes over low heat.
4. In 9" x 13" pan, layer as follows: sauce, noodles, meat/vegetables, cheese mixture, then repeat, making sure that all exposed areas of noodles are covered.
5. Sprinkle with additional mozzarella cheese if desired. Cover and bake at 350° F for 1 hour, or until done.

For Vegetarian Lasagna: Omit meat, and layer with sliced zucchini and spinach.