Easy Mostaccioli Pasta Recipe

INGREDIENTS

1 lb

box Mostaccioli or penne noodles (*GF Option - use gluten-free noodles)

1 1/2 lb

ground beef

2 tbsp

olive oil

2 cloves

garlic, chopped

1/4 cup

onion, chopped

24 oz

tomato sauce (*GF Option - use a gluten-free sauce)

1 1/2 tbsp

sweet basil leaves

1 1/2 tbsp

parsley leaves

1/2 tsp

tarragon leaves

1/2 tsp

oregano leaves

1 tsp

salt

1 tsp

pepper

1 tbsp

sugar (optional)

1/2 tsp

anise seed (optional - will provide a hint of licorice flavor)

1/2 tsp

cilantro leaves (optional)

Garnish - fresh basil, Parmesan or mozzarella cheese