Penne Beef Pasta

This recipe is another good one from Emily B. Enjoy!

4 servings

Prep/Total Time: 30 Min.

Ingredients:

• 1-3/4 cups uncooked penne pasta
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1 can (15 ounces) tomato puree ( i usually can't find a 15 ounce can so i get the 2 small cans and use it all even though its more then 15 ounces)
• 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth
• 1-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 2 cups chopped fresh spinach (optional)
• 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

I always add more spices, The first time I made it I just followed this and the Italian just wasn't enough. If you like a little spice 2 teaspoons of Crushed Red Peppers are good in it as well as a yellow onion.

 

Directions:

Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, cook beef over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. Stir in the tomato puree, broth, Italian seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes or until slightly thickened. Add spinach; cook for 1-2 minutes or until spinach is wilted. Drain pasta; stir into beef mixture. Sprinkle with cheese; cover and cook for 3-4 minutes or until cheese is melted.