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Beef Pasta Casserole




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Recipe Introduction


This casserole with pasta and beef is sure to become a family favorite. It's also easy to prepare ahead and freeze for up to 2 months. When you're looking for a quick meal, just put it in the oven to bake.


List of Ingredients




1 pound dried penne pasta, cooked and drained
8 oz lean ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
2 cup water
2 cans (6-oz.) Italian tomato paste
1/3 cup red wine or water
1 TBSP MAGGI. Instant Beef Bouillon
2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese


Recipe



Preheat oven to 350 F.
Cook beef and onion in large saucepan, stirring occasionally, until beef is no longer pink.

Add water, tomato paste, wine and bouillon; cook, stirring occasionally, for 10-15 minutes or until flavors are blended.

Layer ingredients as follows in ungreased 13 x 9" baking dish: 1/2 pasta, 1/2 sauce and 1/2 cheese.
Repeat layers; Cover.

Bake for 20-25 minutes or til heated thru and cheese is melted. Season with salt.

FOR FREEZE AHEAD:
Prepare as above; DO NOT BAKE.
Cover; freeze for up to 2 months.
Thaw overnight in refrigerator.
Preheat oven to 3500 F. Bake for 45 to 55 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted.
Season with salt.