Step 1 – Make the Cheese Mixture
In a bowl, mix cottage cheese, 1 cup mozzarella, Parmesan, eggs, ½ tsp salt, ¼ tsp pepper, and 1 tbsp parsley. Set aside.

Step 2 – Cook the Noodles (if needed)
Boil noodles in salted water for 2 minutes less than package directions. Drain and lay flat on an oiled baking sheet. Skip this if using no-boil noodles.

Step 3 – Cook the Meat Sauce
Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Sauté onions until translucent (4–5 minutes), add garlic, then add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain fat.

Step 4 – Finish the Sauce
Add marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, ½ tsp salt, and ¼ tsp pepper to the meat. Simmer for 5–7 minutes.

Step 5 – Assemble the Lasagna
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a 9×13 inch baking dish, layer:

1. ½ cup meat sauce
2. Lasagna noodles
3. ⅓ cheese mixture
4. ⅓ meat sauce

Repeat layers 2 more times. Top with remaining mozzarella.

Step 6 – Bake
Cover with foil (avoid touching cheese) and bake for 35 minutes. Uncover and bake 10–15 minutes more until golden and bubbly. Broil 1–2 minutes if desired.

Step 7 – Rest and Serve
Let the lasagna rest 15 minutes before cutting. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.