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Italian Pasta Casserole
 
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes
Ready In: 45 Minutes
Servings: 1
Ingredients:
1 (12-oz.) package wacky mac veggie spirals
1 pound lean ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium-size green bell pepper, chopped
1 (8-oz.) package sliced mushrooms
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons salt, divided
1 (28-oz.) can diced tomatoes, drained
1 (26-oz.) jar tomato sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
1 (8-oz.) package shredded mozzarella cheese
Directions:
1. Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and set aside.
2. Cook beef, next 4 ingredients, and 1/2 tsp. salt in a Dutch-oven over medium-high heat, stirring often, 10 minutes or until meat is browned and vegetables are tender.
3. Stir in tomatoes, next 5 ingredients, and remaining 1 tsp. salt. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes.
4. Combine tomato mixture and pasta; spoon into a lightly greased 13- x 9-inch baking dish. Sprinkle evenly with cheese.
5. Bake, uncovered, at 400ยบ for 30 minutes or until bubbly and thoroughly heated.
By RecipeOfHealth.com