Step 1

In a large skillet over medium heat brown the ground beef, Italian sausage and onion.

Step 2

Add salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, parsley, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, tomato sauce, sugar, and water. Stir and simmer 15-20 minutes. (You could make the sauce in advance!)

Step 3

Spread a fourth of the meat sauce into the bottom of your slow cooker. Arrange a third of the noodles over the sauce (break the noodles to fit, if necessary).

Step 4

Combine the mozzarella, cottage cheese and parmesan cheese; spoon a third of the mixture over noodles. Repeat layers twice.

Step 5

Top with remaining meat sauce and sprinkle with extra mozzarella cheese, if desired.

Step 6

Cover and cook on low for about 4-5 hours or until noodles are tender.

Step 7

Serve with Homemade Olive Garden Breadsticks or a salad.