2 lb. ground beef
2 med. onion, chopped
1 bell pepper, chopped
1/2 c. green onion, chopped
1/4 c. parsley, chopped
1 clove garlic, chopped
1 (12 oz.) block mild cheddar
1 can Rotel tomatoes
1 can whole, peeled tomatoes
1 (8 oz.) can tomato paste
1 to 2 tsp. Zataran's seasoning
1 1/2 c. water
1 tsp. salt
1 (12 oz.) block mozzarella

Meat sauce: In large pot, brown ground beef. Drain grease. Add the vegetables. Cook until onions are clear. Add water sparingly, if needed. Add tomato paste, Rotel, whole tomatoes and juice and 1 1/2 cup water. Cook 30 minutes on medium high or until very thick. Remove from heat.

NOODLES:

1 1/2 pkg. lasagne noodles
8 c. water
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. vegetable oil

In large pot bring water, salt and oil to boil. Boil noodles until tender; drain.

Grate cheese together in large bowl, mix well. Preheat over to 375 degrees. In large 13 x 9 x 2 baking dish place one layer of noodles, 1/3 of meat sauce and 1/3 of cheese. Repeat twice more. Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until cheese is browned on top. Serves 8 to 10 regular people or 5 Cajuns. Serve with green salad and French bread.