Ziti Pizzaiola
Ingredients
- 3/4 lb. extra lean ground beef
- 2 cup (6oz.) sliced fresh mushrooms
- 3/4 cup chopped green pepper
- 1 teaspoon oregano leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 28-oz can whole tomatoes, chopped, drained with 1/2 cup juice reserved
- 1 3/4 cup (15-oz. can) tomato sauce
- 1 envelope (1 oz.) dry onion soup mix
- 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
- 6 cup (16 oz.) ziti
- Grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
In large skillet over medium-high heat, stir together meat, mushrooms, green pepper, basil, oregano and garlic powder. Cook, covered, 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in tomatoes with reserved juice, tomato sauce, onion soup mix and sugar. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, 15 minutes, or until meat is thoroughly cooked. Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Toss hot pasta and one-half sauce; spoon remaining sauce on top. Sprinkle with cheese. Makes 12 servings (1 cup each)