Layered Italian Casserole

Ingredients:

• 12 oz. uncooked spaghetti
• 1 1/2 lbs. lean ground beef (90% lean)
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cans (15 oz. each) Italian tomato sauce
• 3 tbsps. minced fresh parsley
• 1 tbsp. dried oregano
• 4 cups (32 oz.) 1% cottage cheese
• 2 1/2 cups (10 oz.) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided

Directions:

1. Cook spaghetti according to package directions.  Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook the beef, onion, and garlic until meat is no longer pink;  drain.  Add the tomato sauce, parsley and oregano; heat through.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese, 2 cups mozzarella cheese and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese.  Drain the spaghetti.
3. Spread 1 cup of meat sauce into a 13x9 in baking dish coated with cooking spray.  Layer with half of the spaghetti, cheese mixture, and remaining meat sauce.  Repeat layers.
4. Cover and bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes.  Uncover;  sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.  Bake 5-10 minutes longer.