LAZY LASAGNE

Can we talk? Does anyone else feel like a limp dishrag at the end of their work day? Some days I can barely drag myself home, and when I finally do, I'm greeted with a chorus of, "What's for dinner?" Geez, guys. My day was great! Thanks for asking.

For those days, when the prospect of putting a full meal on the table seems completely overwhelming, I rely on simple, go-to recipes like the Lazy Lasagne below. It tastes great and it only takes about 40 minutes from start to finish.

1 lb lean ground beef

2 green peppers, chopped

3 cloves of garlic, minced

1 jar (700 ml) pasta sauce

1-2/3 cups water

1/4 cup Italian dressing

12 oven-ready lasagna noodles, broken into quarters

1 cup shredded mozzarella

Brown meat in a large saucepan. Add peppers, pasta sauce, water and dressing; bring to a boil. Stir in noodles and cover.

Cook on medium-low heat 10 to 15 minutes, or until noodles are tender; stirring occasionally. Remove from heat. Sprinkle with cheese; cover. Let stand for 5 minutes, or until cheese is melted.