Italian Bow Tie Supper

SUBMITTED BY: Joy Frey

"Joy Frey of Kelso, Missouri appreciates the convenience of this meal--its flavor might remind you of ravioli. 'The recipe makes a lot, so I don't have to cook on the night we enjoy the left-overs,' she adds."

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PREP TIME	10 Min
COOK TIME	7 Hrs 15 Min
READY IN	7 Hrs 25 Min

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INGREDIENTS

1 1/2 pounds ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
1 (14.5 ounce) can stewed tomatoes, cut up
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
salt and pepper to taste
1 (16 ounce) package bow tie pasta, cooked and drained
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well drained
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

DIRECTIONS

In a skillet, cook beef, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Transfer to a slow cooker. stir in the tomato sauce, tomatoes and seasonings. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or until bubbly.
Increase heat to high; stir in pasta, spinach and cheeses. Cover and cook for 10 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted.