#449: Pasta Bake

This was the easiest recipe to make.  Seriously, it took no effort at all.  It was good (not fantastic, nothing super special) but it didn't cost much and was ready in no time.  Unfortunately I put it in a low oven for 2 hours while we were at church, so the noodles got a little over-cooked.  Next time, I'll only bake it for the allowed time.  That was my fault though.

8 ounces mostaccioli pasta (I used rotini)

1 pound lean ground beef

1 onion, chopped

1 (4 ounce) can mushrooms, drained (I omitted)

1 (28 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce

2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Bring a large pot of lightly salted boil water to a boil. Cook mostaccioli pasta in boiling water for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente. Drain well.

Meanwhile, cook ground beef and chopped onions in a skillet over medium heat until browned.
In a large bowl, mix together the mushrooms, spaghetti sauce, shredded mozzarella cheese, pasta, and browned ground beef and onion mixture. Transfer to a greased, 9x13 inch casserole dish.  Bake at 325 degrees F for 20 minutes, or until heated through.