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Penne Pasta Bake

16 ounces penne pasta
1 pound lean ground beef
1 clove garlic, minced
1 (28-ounce) jar tomato-based pasta sauce
6 ounces ricotta cheese
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

1. Prepare pasta according to package directions; drain.
2. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
3. In a large skillet brown ground beef with garlic until no longer pink, about 10 minutes; drain.
4. Add pasta sauce and ricotta cheese; stir to blend. Transfer to a large casserole dish. Stir in pasta.
5. Bake, covered, for 10 minutes. Uncover and sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top.
6. Bake another 5 minutes until golden and bubbly.

Makes 8 servings.