1 (8 oz.) pkg. shell macaroni
1 pkg. Sloppy Joe mix
1 lb. ground beef
1 (6 oz.) can tomato paste
1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce
1 1/4 c. water
16 oz. creamed cottage cheese e 1/2 c. grated cheddar cheese

Cook macaroni as directed; drain. Prepare seasoning mix with ground chuck, tomato paste, tomato sauce and water as directed on package.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In 2 1/2-quart casserole, layer half the macaroni, half the cottage cheese, half the meat sauce. Repeat. Top with grated cheese. Bake uncovered for 40-50 minutes or until bubbly. Yield: 6 servings.