This Lasagna Casserole is a family favorite! Imagine layers of comforting pasta, savory beef, tangy marinara, and creamy cheese, all baked to irresistible perfection. Trust me, once you serve this dish, it'll become a regular star on your dinner table rotation!
Bring a big pot of salted water to a boil. Drop the spiral pasta in the pot and cook until al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, warm a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until no pink remains, breaking it up as you go. Drain off the extra grease.
1 pound Ground Beef, 2 cloves Minced Garlic, 1 Tablespoon Italian Seasoning, ½ teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes, 24 ounces Jarred Marinara or Pasta Sauce
Stir in the garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Let everything sizzle for about a minute so the spices wake up.
Pour in the marinara, give it a good stir, and simmer for 2–3 minutes. It should look thick and glossy.
Fold the cottage cheese into the meat sauce, then gently stir in the cooked pasta until every noodle is coated.
1 cups Cottage Cheese
Spoon the mixture into a 9×13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle the Parmesan and mozzarella cheese over the top.
Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes or until the top is lightly browned and the cheese has melted. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Cook the pasta al dente so it holds up well in the casserole.
If you don't have marinara sauce or pasta sauce, you can use tomato sauce and add extra dried herbs.
Make sure to coat the baking dish with cooking spray so the casserole doesn't stick.