Bowtie Dinner

• 8 oz bowtie pasta
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 Tblsp oil
• 8 oz green beans, cut into 1 inch pieces
• 1 onion, chopped, about 1/2 c
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp pepper
• 1 can (14.5 oz) Italian seasoned diced tomatoes
• 1 pkg (8oz) shredded Cheddar cheese, 2 c, divided
• 2 Tblsp tomato paste

Directions:

Cook pasta according to pkg directions; drain.

Position rack 4 inch from heat source; preheat broiler.

Heat skillet over medium high heat. Add beef; cook stirring occasionally until no pink remains, about 4 mins. Drain; discard liquid; set aside.

In same skillet, heat oil over medium high heat. Add green beans, onion, garlic, salt, oregano and pepper. Cook until veggies soften, about 5 mins.

Stir in tomatoes, 1 c cheese, tomato paste and reserved beef and pasta. Heat through, 1 min. Remove from heat; sprinkle with remaining cheese.

Broil until cheese melts and browns slightly, about 2 mins.