Ingredients
8 ounces uncooked penne pasta1 pound ground beef6 bacon strips, diced1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed tomato soup, undiluted1/2 cup water1 cup shredded cheddar cheeseOptional: Barbecue sauce and prepared mustard
Preparation
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.
