Skillet Lasagna

1 lb. ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
1 clove minced garlic
1 1/2 c. diced tomatoes, undrained
1 1/4 c. water
1 8-oz. can tomato sauce
1 tsp. dried parsley flakes
1 tsp. dried basil leaves
1 tsp. dried oregano leaves
1 tsp. salt
2 1/2 c. bow tie pasta, uncooked
1 c. cottage cheese
1/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese
dash of basil and pepper

In large skillet, brown beef with onions and garlic; drain. Add tomatoes, water, tomato sauce, parsley, basil, oregano, and salt. Mix well. Stir in uncooked pasta. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat; cover, simmer for 20 minutes or until pasta is tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in cottage cheese. Sprinkle with a dash or basil and pepper if desired, and Parmesan cheese. Cover and cook for 5 minutes.