Layered Cheese and Beef Casserole Recipe

Directions:

1. Cook noodles to desired doneness as directed on package; drain.
2. Meanwhile, in medium skillet over medium-high heat brown ground beef and 3/4 c.
3. Onions; drain.
4. Add tomato sauce, salt, garlic powder and pepper; mix well.
5. Reduce heat, simmer 15 minutes.
6. Heat oven to 350.
7. In medium bowl, combine cottage cheese, cream cheese, green onions, bell pepper and 1/2 c.
8. Parmesan cheese; mix well.
9. In ungreased 13 x 9 inch baking dish, layer half each of cooked noodles, meat sauce and cheese mixture; repeat layers.
10. Sprinkle additional Parmesan cheese over top.
11. Bake at 350 for 30 to 35 minutes or until thoroughly heated.