Baked Spaghetti Casserole

Pasta comes in many shapes and is easy to prepare in many ways. Spaghetti is often served with meatballs; this version embodies the same ingredients in the form of a casserole. This is a great dish for the family, potlucks or gatherings…

Ingredients (for 2)

spaghetti (about 180 gr or 6 oz.)
1 cup ground beef
1 egg
1 can tomato sauce
1/4 cup mozzarella cheese
1/4 onion
1/4 cup cottage cheese
1 tbsp butter
2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
2 tbsp olive oil
salt

Directions

Set oven to 350˚F (180 °C) and grease a baking dish (9 x 13 inch)
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil
Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite; drain and put aside until needed
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir beef and onion until meat is browned and onions are soft and translucent, about 7 minutes
Stir in tomato sauce and seasoned salt
Whisk eggs, Parmesan cheese, and butter in a large bowl
Mix in spaghetti to egg mixture and toss to coat
Place half the spaghetti mixture into baking dish
Top with half the cottage cheese, mozzarella, and meat sauce
Repeat layers and cover with aluminum foil
Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes
Remove foil and continue to bake until the cheese is melted and lightly browned, 20 to 25 minutes longer