Mediterranean Beef and Pasta Bake
Nb persons: 6
Yield:
Preparation time:
Total time: 40 Minutes
Source: Helen's Cook Book
2 Cups Rotini or Penne Pasta
1 LB. Lean or Extra-Lean Ground Beef
1 Med. Onion, chopped
1 Cup Sliced Mushrooms
1/2 Cup Each Sweet red and green Peppers (diced)
2 Cloves Garlic (minced)
1 12 Oz.Jar Favourite Sauce
1 Cup Mozzarella Cheese, divided
1/4 Cup Chopped pitted kalamata Olives
2 T. Prepared Basil Pesto
Method:
Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
Meanwhile in a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef, onion, mushrooms
peppers and garlic for 8-10 minutes or until meat is cooked thorough and any liquid
has evaporated.
Remove from heat and stir in pasta sauce, half the mozzarella, feta, olives, pesto and
cooked pasta. Stir well to coat.
Spoon into an 8-inch square baking dish and top with remaining mozzarella.
Tent loosely with foil and bake in 350 Degree oven for 25 minutes. Uncover and cook
for an additional 5 minutes.
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