Hearty Penne Beef

Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

1 3/4 cup uncooked penne pasta

1 pound ground beef

1 teaspoon minced garlic

1 can (15 oz) tomato puree

1 can (14 1/2 oz) 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

2 cups (8 oz) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, cook beef and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; 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. Yeild: 4 servings.