Hearty Penne Beef (Taste of Home)

1-3/4 cups uncooked penne pasta

1 lb ground beef

1 tsp minced garlic

1 can (15 oz) tomato puree

1 can (14-1/2 oz) beef broth

1-1/2 tsp Italian seasoning

1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

1/4 tsp salt

1/4 tsp pepper

2 cups chopped fresh spinach

2 cups (8 oz) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

- cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile in a Dutch oven, cook beef over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 min longer. Drain. Stir in the tomato puree, broth, italian seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper.

Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer uncovered for 10-15 mins or until slightly thickened. Add spinach; cook for 1-2 mins or until the spinach is wilted.

Drain the pasta; stir into beef mixture. Sprinkly with cheese; cover and cook for 3-4 mins or until cheese is melted.

Serve desired amount. Cool leftovers before placing in a freezer container. Cover and freeze for up to 3 months.

TO USE FROZEN PENNE BEEF:

Thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Place in a Dutch oven; heat through. Sprinkle with additional cheese.