Easy Lasagna Bake

8 oz cooked rigatoni pasta 

-cook 5 mins less than directions say

.

1 lb lean hamburger

1/2 small onion, diced

2 garlic cloves, minced

Salt and pepper to taste

-Brown together and then add:

1 jar spaghetti sauce

1 -15 oz can petite diced tomatoes

1 tsp basil

1/2 tsp oregano

1/4 tsp thyme

2 bay leaves

2 tsp sugar

-simmer on low for 20 mins. 

Remove bay leaves. 

.

While sauce is simmering, mix together:

16 oz tube of ricotta cheese

1/4 cup parmasean cheese 

1/2 cup motzarella cheese 

1 cup fresh spinach, chopped

1 tsp basil

2 eggs

.

Spread 1/2 of meat sauce in a 9x13 baking dish, then all noodles, and then all ricotta mixture. 

Last spread remaining sauce and top with more mozzarella cheese.

Bake covered at 350 degrees for 45-50 mins. 

Remove foil and bake for 10 more mins.