Easy Black Bean Lasagna

1) 15oz can black beans (drained and rinsed)
1) 28oz can crushed tomatoes, undrained
3/4 c chopped onions
1/2 c chopped green bell pepper
1/2 c chunky salsa
1 t chili powder
1/2 t cumin
1 c light ricotta cheese (can also substitute cottage cheese)
1/8 t garlic powder
1 egg
10 uncooked lasagna noodles
6oz (1 1/2 c) shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese

Heat oven to 350. Grease 13x9 baking dish. In large bowl, mash beans slightly. Stir in tomatoes, onions, bell pepper, salsa, chili powder and cumin; mix well.

In small bowl combine ricotta cheese, garlic powder and egg; blend well.

Spread 1 cup of the tomato mixture over bottom of baking dish. Top with half of noodles, overlapping slightly. Top with half of remaining tomato mixture. Spoon ricotta mixture over top; spread carefully. Top with half of cheese, then with remaining noodles, tomato mixture and cheese. Cover tightly with spray coated foil.

Bake at 350 for 40 to 45 minutes or until noodles are tender. Uncover; let stand 15 minutes before serving.