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Italian Hot Dish

1-1/2 cups uncooked small pasta shells
1 pound lean ground beef
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms, divided
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
4 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided

Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large

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nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook the beef, 1/2 cup
mushrooms, onion and green pepper until meat is no longer pink;
drain. Stir in the tomato sauce, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder
and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15
minutes. Drain pasta; place in an 8-in. square baking dish coated
with cooking spray. Top with meat sauce and remaining mushrooms.
Sprinkle with 1/4 cup mozzarella and 2 teaspoons Parmesan. Cover
and bake at 350° for 35 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining
cheeses. Bake 5-10 minutes longer or until heated through and cheese
is melted.

Yield: 4 servings.