Cook pasta. Rinse and drain. Store covered in refrigerator at 40 degrees or lower.

 

In large saucepot mix soup and water. Add beef, cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, tomatoes and peppers. Heat until internal temperature of beef is 155 degrees F or higher for 15 seconds, stirring often. Add pasta and basil.

 

Portion using 8 oz ladle (1 cup). Serve with 1 slice garlic bread.

 

Yield: 50 servings (8 oz or 1 cup each).