QUICK ITALIAN DINNER

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Perfect for a hot summer night because no oven is required. This fast-fix lasagna is loaded with garden-fresh veggies, so just add fresh fruit and bread for a complete meal.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Entree

Time 40m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 pound lean ground beef
1 package Hamburger Helper™ lasagna
3 1/2 cups hot water
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (4 ounces)
1 medium tomato , chopped (3/4 cup)
1 small green bell pepper, chopped (1/2 cup)
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Grated Parmesan cheese, if desired

Steps:

Brown ground beef in 10-inch skillet; drain.
Stir in uncooked Pasta, Sauce Mix, water, mozzarella cheese, bell pepper, oregano and garlic powder. Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally; reduce heat.
Cover and simmer 15 minutes, stirring ocasionally; remove from heat. Uncover and let stand about 5 minutes or until sauce is as thick as you'd like. Stir before serving. Serve with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410, Carbohydrate 39 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1100 mg