Bacon Cheeseburger Pasta

I try to make foods that are not only kid friendly, but are also easy to reheat since my husband works long hours and often eats later than our children. If you like, use reduced-fat cheese and ground turkey for a lighter version. —Melissa Stevens, Elk River, Minnesota Recipe Type: Dinner Total Time: PT30M

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Serving size: 6
Calories per serving: 224

Ingredients:
8 ounces uncooked Penne pasta
1 pound ground beef
6 bacon, diced
1 (10 3/4-ounce) can condensed tomato soup, undiluted
1/2 cup water
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
mustard, optional
barbecue sauce, optional


Directions:
Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain and set aside.

In the same skillet, cook bacon until crisp; remove with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain. Discard drippings. Drain pasta; add to the skillet. Stir in the soup, water, beef and bacon; heat through.

Remove from the heat and sprinkle with cheese. Cover and let stand for 2-3 minutes or until the cheese is melted. Serve with barbecue sauce and mustard if desired.

Source: tasteofhome.com