Zucchini Lasagna

Ingredients:

• 1 large zucchini
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 (14.5 oz) cans of diced tomatoes
• 1 (6 oz) can of tomato paste
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 egg
• 1 carton (15 oz) of ricotta cheese
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
• 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Slice the zucchini lengthwise into thin, lasagna-like strips.
3. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic over medium heat until the beef is browned. Drain off excess fat.
4. Add the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, 1 tsp salt, dried oregano, dried basil, and water to the skillet with the ground beef. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 20 minutes.
5. In a medium bowl, beat the egg. Mix in the ricotta cheese, parsley,