Bring 4 quarts of water to rapid boil; salted to taste. Gradually ad Riccioli and boil until tender, approximately 7 to 8 minutes. Do not over cook. Drain in colander.

1/2 pkg. (8 oz.) Riccioli
1/2 c. finely chopped onion
1 tbsp. oil
1 lb. ground beef
1 (15 oz.) can tomato sauce
3/4 tsp. oregano
3/4 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
2 c. grated cheddar cheese

Saute onion in oil until tender, but not brown. Add ground beef and brown gently. Add tomato sauce and seasonings. Simmer 10 minutes. Layer Riccioli, tomato sauce-meat mixture and cheese in oiled 2 1/2 quart shallow casserole, topping with layer of cheese. Bake in 350 degree oven for 30 minutes.

Makes 6 servings.