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Entree: Penne Pasta Casserole

Source of Recipe


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List of Ingredients



• 16 ounces penne pasta (or similar shape)
  
• 1 Tbsp vegetable oil
  
• ½ cup chopped onion
  
• 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
  
• 1 large (28-ounce) can tomatoes, broken up
  
• 1 tsp dried leaf oregano, crumbled
  
• Salt and pepper
  
• 1½ to 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
  






Instructions



1. Cook penne pasta in boiling salted water as directed on package; drain and set aside.
   
   
2. Meanwhile, heat vegetable oil in a medium saucepan. Add onion; sauté for about 4 minutes or until tender. Add garlic, tomatoes, and oregano; cook until heated through. Taste and add salt and pepper.
   
   
3. Combine cooked penne pasta, the tomato mixture, and 1 cup of the shredded cheese; spoon into a lightly buttered casserole. Sprinkle remaining cheese on top. Bake the penne pasta recipe for about 20 minutes at 350° F.
   
   Serves 6