Pasta Casserole
serves 4

Pasta Casserole

All the flavors of pizza in a casserole. Your kids will enjoy this easy to make all-in one casserole.

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8 ounces elbow macaroni (or other small pasta)
1/2 pound ground turkey, lean beef, chicken or pork
1/2 cup chopped onion
2-3 cloves garlic, chopped

2 thinly sliced roma tomatoes (or 14.5 ounce can diced tomatoes)
1/4 cup red wine
1/2 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
1 cup (3 ounces) grated mozzarella cheese

1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain when done and set aside.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat cook ground meat, onion and garlic. Drain any fat from pan and discard.
3. Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees. Coat baking dish with cooking spray.
4. Stir in tomatoes, wine and oregano. Bring to a simmer, cook 15 minutes.
5. Mix pasta into meat/sauce mixture.
6. Spoon casserole into prepared baking dish. Stir in cheese.
7. Bake covered 30 minutes, or until warm an cheese is melted.

Calories 395, Fat 13.2g, Cholesterol 111mg, Sodium 193mg
Carbohydrates 37.1g, Fiber 1.3g, Sugars 2.5g, Protein 28.4g