1 package ziti
3 lb ground beef
2 cup chopped onions
1 lb sliced mushrooms (5 c.)
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cup sour cream
4 cup spaghetti sauce (1 qt.)
1/2 red wine
2 tsp oregano
2 tsp salt
1 tsp pepper
8 oz mozzarella cheese, shredded
Directions
Cook pasta, reducing cooking time by 5 minutes. Meanwhile, saute beef
and onions until beef is well browned. Use 2 large skillets or brown
half at a time. Add mushrooms and garlic and cook 3 minutes. Drain
ziti. Combine meat mixture, sauce, wine, oregano, salt and pepper.
Add ziti and mix. Pour into 2 greased 13 x 9 inch baking dishes and
sprinkle with cheese. Cover with foil. Bake at 350 degrees for 35-40
minutes. Serve with sour cream. Makes 8 servings.
Servings: 1 servings
293460 -- Ziti Casserole Recipe brought to you by Recipe Ideas
Categories: Casserole; Italian; Main Dish
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