Beef and Mozzarella Bake

Beef and Mozzarella Bake

1 lb. ground beef
1 tsp dried basil leaves, crushed
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/8 tsp garlic powder or 1 clove garlic, minced
1 can condensed Italian Tomato soup
1 can condensed Cream of Mushroom soup
1 1/4 cups water
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
4 cups cooked medium shell macaroni) about 3 cups dry

In 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat, cook beef, basil, black pepper and garlic powder until browned, stirring to separate meat. Spoon off fat.

Sir in soups, water and 1 cup mozzarella cheese; add macaroni. In 2-quart oblong baking dish, spoon mixture. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese. Bake at 400 for 25 minutes or until hot and bubbling.

Label (24) Beef and Mozzarella Bake Thaw and bake uncovered @ 400 for 25 min 03/01/12