Cook noodles according to package directions; drain well.
Combine noodles and butter in a large bowl, stirring until butter melts.
In a separate medium bowl, combine the cottage cheese, sour cream, mushrooms, cashew halves, green onion, sherry, soy sauce, garlic and red pepper and mix well.
Add the cottage cheese mixture to the noodle mixture and toos to blend.
Pour into a buttered 2 quart casserole dish and sprinkle with the cheese.
Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes.