Tuesday, January 18, 2011

Penne Pasta Casserole

1 lb. ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
1 can (14.5 oz.)  diced Italian style tomatoes
1 can (6 oz.) tomato paste
½ C. water
12 oz. (approx. 3 ½ C.) uncooked penne pasta, prepare according to package directions
3 C. shredded mozzarella cheese, divided

Cook ground beef and onion in a large skillet until no longer pink; drain.  Stir in tomatoes, paste, and water.  Salt and pepper to taste.  Heat through.  Combine cooked pasta with meat-tomato mixture, and 2 C. cheese.  Pour into greased 9x13 baking dish; top evenly with remaining cheese.  Bake uncovered in a preheated 350º oven for 20-25 min. or until heated through and cheese is melted.

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