Ingredients

  • 1 lb. dried penne pasta, cooked and drained
  • 8 oz. lean ground beef
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 c. water
  • 2 cans (6-oz) Italian tomato paste
  • 1/3 c. red wine or water
  • 1 Tbsp. Instant Beef Bouillon
  • 2 c. shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Method

  • Preheat oven to 350°.
  • Cook beef and onion in large saucepan, stirring occasionally, until beef is no longer pink.
  • Add water, tomato paste, wine and bouillon; cook, stirring occasionally for 10 to 12 minutes or until flavors are blended.
  • Layer ingredients as follows in ungreased 13 x 9 inch baking dish:
  • 1/2 pasta, 1/2 sauce and 1/2 cheese.
  • Repeat layers; cover.
  • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted.
  • Season with salt.