Fake Lasagna Casserole

Ingredients:

• 1/2 lb ground beef, uncooked
• 1/8 cup onion, chopped
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 (8 ounce) package pasta shells, cooked
• 3 cups mozzarella cheese
• 12 ounces cottage cheese
• 1 eggs
• 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoons parsley
• 15 ounces jars spaghetti sauce

Directions:

Prep Time: 20 min Total Time: 1 hr 30 min Yield: 4

1. In a skillet, cook beef and onion until meat is no longer pink and onion is tender; drain. Sprinkle with salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; set aside.
2. In a large bowl, combine pasta, 3 cups of mozzarella cheese, cottage cheese, eggs, Parmesan cheese, parsley and remaining pepper; stir gently. Pour into a greased 13x9x2-inch baking dish or shallow 3 quart baking dish.
3. Top with beef mixture and spaghetti sauce (dish will be VERY full).
4. Option: Freeze now by covering tightly with foil. Seal additional cheese in package attached to pans. Thaw all day in refrigerator and the proceed with following baking instructions.
5. To serve immediately, cover with foil and bake at 350ºF for 45 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella.
6. Bake, uncovered, 15 minutes longer or until the cheese is melted ad bubbly. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Approx. Calories 950 per serving