Mostaccioli Mosta

An earthy beef tomato sauce, rich with olives, Parmesan, garlic and oregano, tops buttered mostaccioli pasta for this hearty baked delight. Shred mozzarella over the top and bake until lusciously melted.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 40 mins
• Calories: 447 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons butter, softened
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• ½ teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon seasoning salt
• 1 cup black olives, pitted and sliced
• 1 (16 ounce) package mostaccioli pasta

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling water until done. Drain.

Step 2

In large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until done. Drain. Add tomato sauce, olives, Parmesan cheese, seasoned salt, garlic powder, and oregano. Simmer 15 minutes.

Step 3

Please mostaccioli in a shallow, 3 quart baking dish. Toss with butter or margarine. Pour meat sauce over, and top with shredded mozzarella.

Step 4

Broil for 2 to 3 minutes, or until cheese melts.