Cook manicotti as directed on its packaging.
In a large bowl combine cottage cheese, broccoli, 1 cup mozzarella, 1/4 cup Parmesan, egg, parsley, onion & garlic powder and pepper.
Cook the garlic & Italian sausage in a large skillet on medium heat then drain grease.
Add spaghetti sauce & Italian seasoning to the pan. Heat until warmed.
Spread 1 cup of meat mixture in a greased 13 x 9 x 2 in baking dish.
Drain manicotti. Stuff each with the broccoli cheese mixture.
Place over the sauce in baking dish.
Top with the rest of the sauce & spread evenly.
Sprinkle all the remaining cheese over the top evenly.
Bake uncovered at 350 for 35-40 minutes or until heated through.
