Lasagna with Ground Beef

In large skillet, brown ground beef over medium-high heat; drain. Add celery, green pepper, and onions; cook until vegetables are tender. Add basil, oregano, garlic, salt, and pepper and cook for 1 minute. Add tomatoes and tomato paste. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer. Meanwhile, cook noodles according to package directions; drain. Preheat oven to 350 °F (175°C) . Lightly grease a 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking pan; set aside. In a large bowl, combine eggs, cottage and ricotta cheeses, and parsley; season to taste with salt and pepper. Spread layer of 3 noodles in prepared baking pan. Spread with half of cottage cheese mixture, then with a layer of 1/2 the mozzarella slices, then 1/3 layer of meat sauce. Repeat with second layer. Third layer ending with remaining meat sauce only. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Bake for 45 minutes; let stand 10 to 15 minutes before serving.