BAKED PENNE WITH CHEDDAR AND EXTRA-LEAN GROUND BEEF

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This cheesy, easy casserole makes for an easy weeknight staple, especially if you make it ahead of time and freeze it until you need it. This is a variation on a Cooking Light Baked Ziti recipe.

Provided by Paprika Girl

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h5m

Yield 9 pieces, 9 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 red pepper, diced
4 cups pasta sauce
1 lb extra lean ground beef
8 ounces cheddar cheese, grated
12 ounces whole wheat penne, uncooked

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Set aside.
  • Brown ground beef in a non-stick pan over med-high heat. Set aside.
  • Pre-heat oven to 350°F In a large bowl, mix together 6 oz of the grated cheddar with the penne, tomato sauce, red pepper, and beef. Spread in a 9 x 13 inch casserole dish. Top with the rest of the cheese.
  • Bake in oven for about 30 min, or until bubbly. Let cool for 5 minutes. Cut and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 388.5, Fat 14.1, SaturatedFat 6.9, Cholesterol 57.7, Sodium 727.5, Carbohydrate 42.1, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 10.6, Protein 24.9

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