Quick One-Pot Pasta and Veggie Stir-Fry

 

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef

1 onion, chopped

1 green bell pepper, chopped

1 cup mushrooms, sliced

1 (15 ounce) can crushed tomatoes

1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1 cup cooked pasta (any shape)

1 cup frozen mixed vegetables

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Equipment

Large skillet or Dutch oven

Large bowl

Instructions

Step 1: Cook the Meat and Vegetables

Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain off any excess grease.

Add the onion, bell pepper, and mushrooms to the skillet and cook until softened.

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.

Step 2: Assemble the Casserole

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta and frozen mixed vegetables.

Spread half of the pasta mixture in the bottom of a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.

Top with half of the meat sauce.

Repeat with the remaining pasta mixture and meat sauce.

Sprinkle the top with shredded mozzarella cheese.

Step 3: Bake

Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 4: Serve

Let cool for a few minutes before serving.