Pizza Noodle Casserole - cooking recipe

Ingredients

7 oz. (4 c.) uncooked wide egg noodles
1/2 lb. lean ground beef
1 c. chopped onions
1/2 c. chopped green pepper
2 tsp. dried Italian seasoning
1 (3 1/2 oz.) pkg. small pepperoni slices, halved
1 (2 1/2 oz.) can sliced ripe olives, drained
1 (15 oz.) can tomato sauce
1 (6 oz.) can tomato paste
8 oz. (2 c.) shredded Mozzarella cheese
1 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley (if desired)

Preparation

Cook noodles to desired doneness as directed on package; drain.
Heat oven to 350\u00b0.
In large skillet, cook ground beef, onions and green pepper for 7 to 9 minutes or until meat is browned and vegetables are crisp-tender; drain.
Add noodles, Italian seasoning, pepperoni, olives, tomato sauce and tomato paste; mix well.
Fold in 1 cup of the cheese.
Pour mixture into ungreased 2 quart baking dish.
Top with remaining 1 cup cheese. Bake at 350\u00b0 for 25 to 35 minutes or until thoroughly heated and cheese begins to brown.
Sprinkle with parsley.
Makes 6 (1 cup) servings.