1 pound ground beef (or bison, thicken, turkey or pork)
1 medium to large zucchini, diced
1 medium onion, diced
1 14-ounce can diced tomatoes
3-4 tablespoons tomato paste
Fresh chopped basil and oregano (or use dried)
12 ounces short pasta, slightly undercooked
1½ pounds mozzarella cheese, cubed
Instructions
Heat the oil in a large skillet and add the beef. Cook, until just barely pink, and then add the zucchini and onion and continue to cook over medium high heat until the vegetables have softened, about 10 minutes. Add the tomatoes, tomato paste, fresh or dried herbs to taste, and stir together. Turn out into a large bowl and let cool slightly.
Add the cooked pasta and cubed mozzarella and pour into a greased 13 x 9 x 2-inch casserole dish. Cover with foil and bake at 375 degrees until bubbly, about 45 minutes. Let stand for a few minutes before serving.
Recipe by Cooking With MicheleĀ® at https://cookingwithmichele.com/2015/07/cheesy-pasta-bake-with-beef-and-vegetables/