1 lb. hamburger
1 (51 oz.) can (2 c.) tomato sauce
1/2 c. water
1/2 tsp. garlic salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1/2 tsp. dried basil, crushed
1 (7 oz.) pkg. macaroni, cooked and drained
1 1/2 c. cream-style cottage cheese
1 1/2 c. shredded American cheese (6 oz.) (also cheddar cheese is good)

In skillet, brown the meat; drain off excess fat. Add tomato sauce, water, garlic salt, pepper and basil. Cover; simmer 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. In a 2-quart casserole layer half each macaroni, cottage cheese, shredded cheese, and meat sauce. Repeat layers. Bake, uncovered, in 375 degree oven for 30 minutes. Makes 6-8 servings.