Simple Hamburger Hot Dish

Simple Hamburger Hot Dish

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3	cups uncooked rotini pasta (8 oz)
1	lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1	large onion, chopped (1 cup)
1	teaspoon garlic powder
1/2	teaspoon salt
1	can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
1	can (15 oz) tomato sauce
1	tablespoon sugar
1	cup shredded American-Cheddar cheese blend (4 oz)

1.    1 Heat oven to 350°F. Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.

2.    2 Meanwhile, in 10-inch skillet, cook beef, onion, garlic powder and salt over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is thoroughly cooked; drain.

3.    3 Stir in tomatoes, tomato sauce, sugar and pasta. Pour into ungreased 8-inch square (2-quart) glass baking dish.

4.    4 Cover dish with foil. Bake 30 to 40 minutes or until bubbly around edges. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake uncovered 5 to 10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

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****Slightly undercook the rotini for perfect al dente pasta in casseroles.

Like things spicy? Use 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with green chiles instead of plain diced tomatoes.

NOTE: I used stewed tomatos and a can of green chiles.