Baked Penne Pasta Casserole

• 6 ounces dry penne rigate
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 -2 cup sliced mushrooms
• 2 -3 minced garlic cloves
• 1/3 lb ground beef
• 2 teaspoons dried basil
• 1 pinch dried thyme
• 2 teaspoons dried parsley
• 2 teaspoons dried oregano
• 1 dash black pepper
• 24 ounces garden style spaghetti sauce
• 2 -3 cups mozzarella cheese or 2 -3 cups cheddar cheese, grated

1. Cook penne according to package directions until almost cooked. Preheat oven to 350*.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat oil, then add onion, garlic and mushrooms; stir fry until onion is translucent. Remove to a plate.
3. Crumble beef in skillet; add basil, thyme, parsley, black pepper and oregano. Cook through; drain.
4. Add onion mixture and spaghetti sauce to beef; cook on low, stirring occasionally, for 10-15 minute Stir in penne.
5. Put mixture in a shallow dish (13x9x2)and cover with shredded cheese. Bake for 30-45 minute Let stand 5 minute before serving.

penne rigate, olive oil, yellow onion, mushrooms, garlic, ground beef, basil, thyme, parsley, oregano, black pepper, garden style spaghetti sauce, mozzarella cheese

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/baked-penne-pasta-casserole-277001 (may not work)