1 lb. ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
1 green pepper, chopped
1- 8 oz. pkg. spiral whole wheat pasta
2 cups tomato sauce
1 cup cup water
2 t. basil
1 t. oregano
1/2 t. garlic powder
1/4 t. sea salt
4 oz. sliced turkey pepperoni
8 oz. shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese

optional:
1 small can black olives
fresh sliced mushrooms

Brown meat, onion and green pepper in a skillet. Meanwhile, in a large pot, stir together tomato sauce, water, basil, oregano, garlic powder and salt. Bring this to a boil, then stir in pasta. Boil until pasta is tender. Stir in cooked meat and pepperoni. Combine well. Add olives and mushrooms if desired. Pour into a casserole dish. Top with cheese. Bake uncovered in a 350 degree oven for 25 minutes.

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