Penne Beef Bake

Ingredients

• 1 package (12 ounces) whole wheat penne pasta
• 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
• 2 medium zucchini, finely chopped
• 1 large green pepper, finely chopped
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 jar (24 ounces) meatless spaghetti sauce
• 1-1/2 cups reduced-fat Alfredo sauce
• 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Directions

• Cook penne according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, cook the beef, zucchini, pepper and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the spaghetti sauce, Alfredo sauce, 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese and garlic powder. Drain penne; stir into meat mixture. 
• Transfer to a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Cover and bake at 375° for 20 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese. Bake, uncovered, 3-5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Yield: 8 servings.