Heat oven to 375˚F (190°C). In large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook beef with salt and pepper for 4 to 6 minutes. Remove beef from heat and drain. Stir in pasta sauce and water. In a bowl, stir together ricotta cheese, egg, basil and oregano.

Spread 1 cup (250 mL) meat sauce in bottom of 13 x 9 inch (3.5 L) greased baking dish.

Place 4 pieces uncooked noodles 2 x 2 over sauce; pieces should not overlap.

Spread half of ricotta mixture (about 1 cup/250 mL) evenly over noodles. Spread 1 cup (250 mL) meat sauce evenly over ricotta mixture to cover noodles; sprinkle with 1 cup (250 mL) mozzarella cheese.

Repeat steps 2 and 3 then top with remaining noodles and meat sauce; sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.

Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake for 10 minutes more. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting.