1 (8 oz.) pkg. shell macaroni
1 (1 5/16 oz.) env. sloppy Joes seasoning mix
1 lb. ground chuck
1 (6 oz.) can tomato paste
1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce
2 (8 oz.) carton creamed cottage cheese
1/2 c. grated Cheddar cheese

Cook macaroni as package label directs; drain.

Meanwhile, prepare seasoning mix with ground chuck, tomato paste, tomato sauce, and 1 1/3 cups water as package label directs.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

In a 2 1/2 quart casserole, layer half the macaroni, half the cottage cheese, and half the meat sauce; repeat. Top with Cheddar cheese.

Bake, uncovered, for 40 to 50 minutes or until bubbling. Makes 6 servings.