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Penne Pasta Bake
by Wegman's

• 12 ounces penne pasta
• 1 pound 80% lean ground beef
• 1 x 15 ounces can Italian tomato sauce
• 1 x 14 1/2 ounce can diced tomatoes with Italian herbs
• 1 x 6 ounces can Italian tomato paste with roasted garlic
• 4 cups shredded Mozzarella cheese

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Cook pasta according to package directions.
3. Brown meat in large skillet, drain. Stir in tomato sauce, undrained tomatoes, tomato paste and 1/2 cup water. Simmer until heated through, stirring occasionally.
4. Layer half pasta, half meat sauce and half cheese in a 13" x 9" baking dish. Repeat layering.
5. Cover and bake in preheated 350°F oven for 20 min., until hot.