Spaghetti Casserole

This is a simple casserole with lots of flavor. I usually make several and freeze one for a busy day.

Cook 200 grams of pasta. ( I used whole wheat spaghetti broken into pieces)

Meat Sauce

• 2 lbs hamburger
• 2 tsp olive oil
• 1 minced onion
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup chopped peppers ( I had frozen mixed pre chopped peppers in my freezer )

Saute vegetables in oil and add meat. Fry until meat is browned. Drain any excess fat.

ADD and simmer

• 2 680 ml cans of tomato sauce
• 2 tbsp chopped sun dried tomatoes in oil
• 2 cups tomato juice
• 2 large chopped fresh tomatoes

I added fresh parsley, oregano and thyme form my herb pot. If you don't have fresh add dry spices. I also add 1/4 tsp of dry chili peppers.

Simmer for 1/2-1 hour.

Combine pasta and sauce in a large casserole and top with grated cheese. Bake uncovered at 350 for 45 minutes.

I made Anneliese's french bread with this, and Caesar salad.

Good comfort food on a drizzly day.