Hearty Penne Beef

Ingredients

• 1 3/4 cups penne pasta, uncooked
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
• 1 (15 ounce) can tomato puree
• 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can beef broth
• 1 1/2 teaspoons italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
• 2 cups part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded

Directions

1. 1

   Cook pasta according to package directions.

2. 2

   Meanwhile in a dutch over, cook beef and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain.

3. 3

   Stir in the tomato puree, beef broth, Italian seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper.

4. 4

   Bring to a boil.

5. 5

   Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 to 15 minutes or until slightly thickened.

6. 6

   Add spinach; cook for 1 -2 minutes or until spinach is wilted.

7. 7

   Drain pasta; stir into beef mixture.

8. 8

   Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese; cover and cook for 3 or 4 minutes or until cheese has melted.