INGREDIENTS
16 oz
penne pasta, cooked according to package directions and drained
2 tbsp
olive oil, optional
1 lb
lean ground beef (I used 93% lean)
1
medium sweet Vidalia onion, diced small
1
medium/large red bell pepper, diced small
3
to 5 cloves garlic, finely minced or pressed
1 tsp
ground oregano
1 tsp
salt
1 tsp
freshly ground black pepper
1
jar marinara or pasta sauce
3 cups
shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
fresh basil or parsley, optional for garnishing