Instructions: Saute the ground beef in a large skillet over moderate heat until browned. Add the onion, garlic, salt, and pepper and cook, stirring frequently, until the onions are tender, about 5 minutes. In a separate bowl, mix together the ricotta, parsley, oregano, and eggs.

Place a small amount of cream sauce (see below) in the bottom of a 13x8x2-inch (32x20x5 cm) baking dish and layer 1/3 of the cooked noodles in the dish. Top with 1/3 of the meat mixture, 1/3 of the ricotta mixture, 1/3 of the remaining cream sauce, and 1/3 of the Parmesan. Repeat to form 3 layers. Dot the top with the butter and bake in a preheated 350F (180C) oven for 40 minutes, until the dish is bubbling in the center.

Serves 6 to 8.

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