Tex-Mex Pasta Bake
1 package (9oz) creamed spinach,defrosted
1 package (8oz) cream cheese softened
1 package (16 oz) dry penne pasta, prepared according to package directions
1 jar (16 oz) salsa
1 pound ground beef, cooked drained and crumbled
1 can tomato sauce
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 cup shredded cheddar or monterey jack cheese
Prehear oven to 400F
combine creamed spinach and cream cheese in medium bowl. combine pasta, salsa, feef, tomato sauce and chili powder in large bowl. Spoon half of pasta mixture into 13+9 inch baking pan; top with spinach mixture. Top with remaining pasta; cover.
bake for 30 minutes uncover. sprinkle with cheddar cheese bake for an additional 10 minutes or until bubbly.
makes 8 servings
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