Baked Rotini

INGREDIENTS

• 1/2 package (16 oz) Tenderoni Rotini, uncooked

• 1 lb ground beef

• 1 medium onion, chopped

• 1 small green bell pepper, chopped

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• 1 (28 oz) can diced tomatoes, un-drained

• 1 (6 oz) can tomato paste

• 1 (4 oz) can sliced mushrooms, un-drained

• 1 tsp salt

• ½ tsp basil leaves

• ½ tsp oregano leaves

• ¼ tsp garlic powder

• ¼ tsp crushed red pepper

• 2 cups (8 oz) shredded mozzarella cheese, divided

INSTRUCTIONS

• Prepare pasta according to package directions; drain.

• In medium skillet, combine ground beef, onion and green pepper.

• Cook until beef is brown and green pepper is tender; drain.

• Stir in next 9 ingredients.

• Bring to boil.

• Reduce heat; simmer 20 minutes.

• Combine pasta and meat sauce; mix well.

• Layer 1/2 the mixture into a 2-quart baking dish; top with 1 cup mozzarella.

• Repeat layers with remaining mixture and cheese.

• Bake in a 350°F oven until hot, 20 to 30 minutes.

• Refrigerate leftovers