Sloppy Joe Pasta Casserole - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 cups ziti pasta or 2 cups penne pasta, uncooked
1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
1 cup onion (diced)
1 cup green pepper (diced)
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
28 ounces canned stewed tomatoes, with juice
7 1/2 ounces tomato sauce
5 1/2 ounces tomato paste
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (optional)
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Preparation

Cook the pasta according to package directions.
Drain and keep in cold water.
Scramble fry the beef in a non-stick skillet for 5 minutes.
Add the onion and green pepper and cook until the beef is browned and the onion is soft.
Drain
Add the remaining ingredients - mix well.
Bring the mixture to a boil.
Cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
Add the drained pasta and spoon into a lightly sprayed 9 x 13 inch pan or a 3 quart casserole dish.
Bake, uncovered, in a 350 degree oven for 20 minutes or until hot.