I used ground beef instead of sausage and ricotta cheese instead of cottages cheese. I used ground oregano as I don't have parsley. Used it sparingly. After I filled the dish and covered it with mozzarella I shook the last cup and a half of parmesan on top. I also have a huge bag of frozen cooked meatballs and I pressed them between ravioli. Still in the oven so we shall see!