NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

5 oz 93% lean ground beef

0.5 cup cooked whole wheat penne

0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt

0.5 cup tomato puree

0.5 cup sliced mushrooms

1 cup fresh spinach

0.25 cup diced yellow onion

1 clove garlic

1 tsp extra virgin olive oil

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

0.5 tsp dried oregano

1 tbsp grated parmesan cheese

PREPARATION

• 1

  Preheat your oven to 375°F and lightly grease a small oven-safe baking dish.

• 2

  Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and sauté the onion, garlic, and mushrooms until softened and fragrant.

• 3

  Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned; carefully drain any excess liquid.

• 4

  Stir in the tomato puree, sea salt, black pepper, and dried oregano, then let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes to meld flavors.

• 5

  Remove the skillet from the heat and gently fold in the fresh spinach, Greek yogurt, and cooked pasta until well combined.

• 6

  Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish and top evenly with the grated parmesan cheese.

• 7

  Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until the casserole is heated through and the cheese is golden and bubbling.