• 1 pound dried penne pasta, prepared according to package directions
• 8 ounces lean ground beef
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 cups water
• 2 cans (6 ounces each) Italian tomato paste
• 1/3 cup red wine or water
• 1 tablespoon MAGGI Instant Beef Flavor Bouillon
• 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Directions

1. PREHEAT oven to 350° F.
2. COOK beef and onion in large saucepan, stirring occasionally, until beef is no longer pink. Add water, tomato paste, wine and bouillon; cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 to 15 minutes or until flavors are blended.
3. LAYER ingredients as follows in ungreased 13 x 9-inch baking dish: 1/2 pasta, 1/2 sauce and 1/2 cheese. Repeat layers; cover.
4. BAKE for 20 to 25 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted. Season with salt.

FOR FREEZE AHEAD:

1. PREPARE as above; do not bake. Cover; freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in refrigerator.
2. PREHEAT oven to 350° F.
3. BAKE for 45 to 55 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted. Season with salt.

Nutrition Information