
1 c cracker crumbs (divided)
1 1/2 lbs. ground chuck
6 oz. tomato paste
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1 medium onion, chopped finely
3/4 tsp. salt
12 oz. carton small curd cottage cheese
1 small can chopped mushroom stems and pieces, drained
1 T parsley
1/4 tsp. oregano
1/4 tsp. basil
Combine 1/2 c crumbs with ground chuck, tomato paste, eggs,
onion and salt.
Press 1/2 of the mixture into the bottom of a greased 8 X 8 X
2" baking dish.
Combine remaining crumbs with cottage cheese, mushrooms and
spices and spread over meat mixture.
Top with remaining meat mixture and bake 1 hour at 350
degrees.