Hearty Beef Penne

• 1 3/4 cups penne pasta
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1 (15 ounce) can tomato puree
• 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can beef broth
• 1 1/2 teaspoons italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 2 cups chopped fresh spinach
• 2 cups mozzarella cheese

1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven cook beef over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain.
2. Stir in the tomato puree, broth, Italian seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper.
3. Bring to a boil. Reduce and simmer uncovered for 10-15 minutes or until slightly thickened. Add the spinach; cook for 1-2 minutes or until the spinach is wilted.
4. Drain the pasta; stir into beef mixture. Sprinkle with cheese; cover and cook for 3-4 minutes or until cheese is melted.
5. Serve the desired amount. Cool leftovers before placing in a freezer container. Cover and freeze for up to 3 months.
6. TO USE FROZEN PENNE BEEF: Thaw in refrigerator overnight. Place in a Dutch oven; heat through. Sprinkle with additional cheese.

penne pasta, ground beef, garlic, tomato puree, beef broth, italian seasoning, worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, fresh spinach, mozzarella cheese

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/hearty-beef-penne-480094 (may not work)