Mom's Lasagna

In a large kettle or Dutch oven, cook beef, sausage and onion until meat is browned and onion is tender; drain.

Stir in the rest of the ingredients except the noodles and cheeses.

Simmer, uncovered, for 3 hours, stirring occasionally.

Meanwhile, cook lasagna noodles according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water.

In a greased 13 x 9 x 2 inch baking dish, layer a third of the noodles and meat sauce, half of the cottage cheese, a third of the mozzarella and a third of the parmesan.

Repeat layers.

Top with remaining noodles, meat sauce, mozzarella and parmesan.

Cover and bake at 350° for 45 minutes; uncover and bake for 20 minutes.

Let stand for 20 minutes before cutting.

Yield: 12 servings.