Mexican Penne

Mexican Penne

TOTAL TIME

1hr

PREP 20 MINS

COOK 40 MINS

Easy, one dish meal. Got this off of the back of the pasta box and changed it a bit to fit our tastes. I seem to be on a Mexican kick lately.

INGREDIENTS  Nutrition

SERVINGS 4-6            UNITS US

• 1lb ground beef
• 0.5(1 lb) box penne pasta, cooked as directed
• 2(16 ounce) jars salsa
• 1(15 ounce) can black beans, drained
• 2cups Mexican blend cheese, shredded (or sharp cheddar)

DIRECTIONS

1.   Heat oven to 350°.

2.   Brown ground beef in a skillet and drain.

3.   Combine beef, pasta, salsa and beans in a large bowl.

4.   Spread half of mixture in a 9x12-inch baking dish and sprinkle with half of the cheese.

5.   Repeat layers, cover and bake for 35 to 40 minutes.