Zucchini Manicotti

12 manicotti shells

3 cups diced zucchini

3 tbl margarine

1 med onion, chopped

2 cans tomato sauce

1 1/2 cups cottage cheese

1 cup grated cheddar cheese

dash of salt, pepper, basil, garlic powder

1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Cook mancotti shells according to package directions until tender. Drain and rinse in cold water.

In a large skillet, heat zucchini, margarine and onion, stirring for 8 minutes. Cool the mixture, then add the cottage cheese and Cheddar cheese. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, basil and garlic powder.

Stuff shells with zucchini mix. Arrange shells in a baking dish. Pour the tomato sauce over all. Cover and bake at 350 for 25 minutes. Uncover and add the Parmesan cheese. Bake at 350 for 10-15 minutes longer until bubbly.