Sloppy Joe Pasta Casserole

Prep Time: 20 Minutes

Cook Time: 25 Minutes

Ready In: 45 Minutes

Servings: 8

My DH and I enjoy comfort food and found it in this recipe taken from Company's Coming Cookbook Beef Today . Though not overly fond of pasta, hubby asks for seconds when this is served.

Ingredients:

2 cups ziti pasta or 2 cups penne pasta, uncooked

1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef

1 cup onion (diced)

1 cup green pepper (diced)

1 tablespoon prepared mustard

1/4 cup brown sugar, packed

2 tablespoons cider vinegar

2 tablespoons worcestershire sauce

28 ounces canned stewed tomatoes, with juice

7 1/2 ounces tomato sauce

5 1/2 ounces tomato paste

1/2 teaspoon ground allspice

1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (optional)

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon pepper

Directions:

1. Cook the pasta according to package directions.
2. Drain and keep in cold water.
3. Scramble fry the beef in a non-stick skillet for 5 minutes.
4. Add the onion and green pepper and cook until the beef is browned and the onion is soft.
5. Drain
6. Add the remaining ingredients - mix well.
7. Bring the mixture to a boil.
8. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
9. Add the drained pasta and spoon into a lightly sprayed 9 x 13 inch pan or a 3 quart casserole dish.
10. Bake, uncovered, in a 350 degree oven for 20 minutes or until hot.

By RecipeOfHealth.com