Quadrettini casserole

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Here is a casserole that we really love. I never make it the same way twice. 1/4 cup butter 1/4 cup salad oil 1/2 cup chopped carrot 1/2 cup chopped onion 1 cup chopped celery 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1 pound ground beef 1 can (6 oz.) tomato paste 3 cups chopped, peeled fresh tomatoes 2 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 teaspoon oregano 1 teaspoon basil 1/2 teaspoon thyme 2 cups uncooked noodles 1 package ( 10 oz.) frozen chopped spinach 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese In large saucepan melt butter and add oil. Add carrot, onion, celery and garlic; cook till tender. Add beef and cook, stirring with fork till browned. Add tomato paste, tomatoes, salt, oregano, basil, thyme. Simmer uncovered for 1 1/2 hours. Cook noodles according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water. Cook spinach and drain well. Add noodles and spinach to sauce. Turn into a 2 quart casserole dish. Sprinkle with cheese and bake in a 350F oven for 20 minutes till heated through. Serves 4-6