Ingredients
1 pound ground beef1/4 cup chopped onion1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided1 pound medium pasta shells, cooked and drained4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided3 cups 4% cottage cheese2 large eggs, lightly beaten1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese2 tablespoons dried parsley flakes1 jar (24 ounces) pasta sauce
Preparation
In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, breaking meat into crumbles; drain. Sprinkle with salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the pasta, 3 cups mozzarella cheese, cottage cheese, eggs, Parmesan cheese, parsley and remaining pepper. Transfer to a greased shallow 3-qt. or 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with beef mixture and spaghetti sauce (dish will be full).
Cover and bake at 350° for 45 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese. Bake, uncovered, until bubbly and cheese is melted, 15 minutes longer. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
