Pork Ziti Casserole Extravaganza

Ingredients:

• 1 box of Ziti or Penne

• 1 tsp plus 2 T Olive oil

• 1 lb. boneless pork loin – cut into strips

• 1 Red Bell pepper

• 1 small onion, chopped

• 10 mushrooms, chopped

• 3 cloves garlic

• 1 tsp oregano

• 1 tsp thyme

• 1 can (15 oz.) crushed tomatoes

• 1 Cup mozzarella cheese

Directions:

1. Cook pasta, drain and return to pot. Add ½ tsp olive oil, toss to coat.

2. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

3. Heat 2 Tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet and add the pork tenderloin. Cook until browned. Add the pepper, onion, mushrooms, garlic, oregano and thyme to the pan and cook for 6 to 7 minutes on med-high heat.

4. Add the crushed tomatoes and cook an additional 5 minutes.

5. Add to the Pasta and toss together. Pour into a baking dish and top with mozzarella cheese.

6. Bake for 20-25 minutes and serve.