Meaty Rigatoni Bake

Prep: 20 min   Bake: 25 min

Recipe can be multiplied for larger amount

1 Cup uncooked Rigatoni or large tube pasta

1/2 lb bulk Italian Sausage

1-1/2 cups spaghetti sauce

1 can (4 oz) mushroom stems and pieces; drained

1/2 cup shredded Italian cheese blend

8 slices pepperoni

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Cook pasta according to package directions.  Meanwhile, crumble sausage into a large skillet.  Cook over medium heat until no longer pin; drain.  Stir in the spaghetti sauce and mushrooms.  Drain pasta; add to sausage mixture.

Transfer to a 1qt baking dish coated with nonstick cooking spray.  Top with cheese and pepperoni.  Cover and bake at 350 degrees F for 25-30 minutes or until heated through   Yield: 3