Ziti Pizzaiola

3/4 lb extra lean ground beef
2 cups (6 oz) sliced fresh mushrooms
3/4 cup chopped green pepper
1 teaspoon oregano leaves
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 (28-oz) can whole tomatoes, chopped, drained with 1/2 cup juice reserved
1 3/4 cups (15-oz can) tomato sauce
1 envelope (1 oz) dry onion soup mix
1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
6 cups (16 oz) ziti
Grated Parmesan cheese

In large skillet over medium-high heat, stir together meat, mushrooms, green
pepper, basil, oregano and garlic powder. Cook, covered, 5 minutes, stirring
occasionally. Stir in tomatoes with reserved juice, tomato sauce, onion soup mix
and sugar. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, 15 minutes, or until
meat is thoroughly cooked. Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions;
drain. Toss hot pasta and one-half sauce; spoon remaining sauce on top. Sprinkle
with cheese.

Jenn Mom2SamTiny
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