Beef and Pasta Bake

1lb - ground beef

1tsp - basil leaves

1/4tsp - black pepper

1/8tsp - garlic powder

1 1/4c - Italian sauce

1 can - cream of mushroom soup

1 1/4c - water

1 1/2c - shredded mozzarella cheese

3c - cooked, drained shell shaped pasta

Cook the beef, basil, black pepper and garlic powder in a 10 inch skillet over medium high heat until well browned, stirring frequently to separate meat. Pour off any fat. Stir the Italian sauce, soup, water and 1 cup of mozzarella cheese into the skillet. Stir in the pasta to coat with the sauce mixture. Spoon in to a 2 quart shallow baking dish. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese. Bake at 400 degrees for 25 minutes.