Susan's Lasagne

Ingredients

• 2 pounds extra lean ground beef
• 1 large onion -- chopped
• 1 clove garlic -- minced
• 6 bay leaves (remove after cooking)
• Salt and pepper
• 1 (12 oz.) can tomato paste
• 2 (12 oz.) cans of water
• 2 cups cottage cheese
• 1/2 cup fresh grated parmesan cheese
• 1 pound grated mozzarella cheese