Busy-Day Lasagna

I made this Lasagna for the family Christmas party we had on the 23rd this year. All I have to say is TASTY!!!

12 oz container cottage cheese
4 c. shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
2 eggs, beaten
1/3 c. grated Parmesan cheese
1/3 c. dried parsley
1 t. onion powder
1/2 t. dried basil
1/8 t. pepper
32 oz. spaghetti sauce (I made my own with Italian seasoning, tomato sauce, tomato paste, basil, garlic salt)
1 lb. ground beef, browned and drained (I used ground beef and sausage)
9 lasagna noodles, uncooked
1/4 c. water

Mix together cottage cheese, 2 cups mozzarella cheese, eggs, Parmesan cheese and seasonings; set aside. Combine spaghetti sauce and beef; set aside. Spread one to 1-1/2 cups of meat mixture into an ungreased 13x9" baking pan; layer 5 lasagna noodles, half the cottage cheese mixture and 1-1/2 cups of meat mixture. Top with remaining mozzarella cheese; pour water around the edges. Bake, covered at 350 degrees for 45 minutes; uncover and bake for an additional 15 minutes. Note: I made mine the night before to left all the flavors blend. I also added a lot more cheese. Enjoy!!