Shelly's Recipe

BEEF MACARONI AND CHEESE

Category: Casseroles - Beef

1-lb box elbow macaroni
2 tbsp vegetable oil
2 cups chopped green bell pepper
2 cups chopped onion
1 tbsp chopped garlic
2 lbs lean ground beef
3 cups canned crushed tomatoes
Salt and pepper
1 tsp EACH dried basil, ground cumin, and dried oregano
2 to 3 cups grated Cheddar

Heat the oven to 350. Cook the macaroni according to pkg directions; drain and set aside. Heat the oil in a skillet; add the peppers, onion, and garlic, and saute until soft. Add the ground beef and saute until browned. Add the tomatoes, salt and pepper, to taste, and the basil, cumin, and oregano.

In a large bowl, combine the macaroni and the beef mixture. Spread this mixture into a 9 by 13-inch baking dish. Top with the cheese and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the cheese is lightly browned and bubbly. Serves 8-10