KIDS LOVE IT CASSEROLE

FOR THE SAUCE:
1 1/2 pounds ground beef
1 cup chopped onion
1 clove garlic, minced
1 (14 oz.) jar spaghetti sauce with mushrooms
1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce
1 (6 oz.) can tomato paste
3/4 cup water
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
FOR THE CASSEROLE:
1 (7 oz.) pkg. macaroni shells, cooked and drained
1 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1/2 cup soft bread crumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 13x9x2-inch baking dish.

In a saucepan over medium heat, cook beef, onion, and garlic until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender; drain.

Add the remaining ingredients for the sauce; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes.

Stir in macaroni, spinach, eggs, cheese, and bread crumbs. Transfer to prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Cover and bake at 350 degrees F for 30 to 35 minutes or until bubbly. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Servings: 10
Source: Taste Of Home Annual Recipes 1999