1 lb. ground beef
1/2 c. chopped onion
1/2 c. chopped green pepper
1 can (16 oz.) pizza sauce
1 can (4 oz.) sliced mushrooms
4 oz. sliced pepperoni
1/2 tsp. salt, optional
3 c. uncooked noodles
1 1/2 c. water
1/2 tsp. oregano
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 tsp. basil leaves, crushed
3/4 c. shredded mozzarella cheese

In a 2-quart casserole dish, microwave the ground beef for 3 1/2 minutes; stir and microwave another 2 1/2 minutes or until done. Drain thoroughly. Add remaining ingredients except cheese; mix well. Cook for 17 minutes on high, stirring twice during cooking. Sprinkle cheese over casserole; cook one minute on high until cheese is melted. Yield: 6 to 8 servings.