Cheesy Spinach & Pasta Bake

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 350F.
2. 2
   Cook macaroni according to package directions.
3. 3
   Drain.
4. 4
   Set aside.
5. 5
   Sprinkle bread crumbs into buttered 3-quart casserole.
6. 6
   Set aside.
7. 7
   Melt butter in 10-inch skillet until sizzling; stir in onion, Italian seasoning, pepper and garlic.
8. 8
   Cook over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, until onion is softened (2 to 3 minutes).
9. 9
   Stir in spinach.
10. 10
    Continue cooking, stirring constantly, 2-4 minutes or until spinach is heated through.
11. 11
    Stir in cooked macaroni and all remaining ingredients except spaghetti sauce.
12. 12
    Spoon into prepared casserole, pressing gently.
13. 13
    Bake 20-25 minutes or until heated through.
14. 14
    Serve spaghetti sauce over baked pasta, if desired.