Microwave Lazy Day Lasagna - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb. ground beef (optional; may substitute with any vegetable)
1 c. (16 oz.) tomatoes, drained
1 c. (6 oz.) tomato paste
1 1/2 tsp. basil leaves
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. oregano leaves
1/8 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 c. water
2 c. cottage cheese
1 egg
1 Tbsp. parsley flakes
8 oz. uncooked lasagna noodles
2 c. shredded Mozzarella cheese
1/4 c. Parmesan cheese

Preparation

Crumble ground beef into 1 1/2-quart glass casserole. Microwave on High for 5 to 6 minutes or until no longer pink, stirring once.
Stir to break meat into pieces.
Drain.
Stir in tomatoes, tomato paste, salt, basil, oregano, garlic powder and water.
Cover with casserole lid.
Microwave on High for 4 to 5 minutes or until mixture boils.