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INGREDIENTS
- 2 minced onions
- 2 pounds lean ground beef
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 jar tomato-based pasta sauce (about 26 ounces)
- 2 (14.5 oz) can diced tomato
- 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 2 bay leaves
- 3 cups of water
- 1 green pepper (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 c un-cooked macaroni noodle
- 1 c cheddar cheese
Directions:
Cook ground beef, onion and garlic over medium heat until the pink color disappears. Strain any fat.
Add pasta sauce, tomato cubes, tomato paste, water, spices and green pepper. Cover over low heat for 15 minutes.
Add the pasta and continue to simmer over low heat, covered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender (about 20 minutes).
Put the cheese and replace the lid. Leave for 5 minutes or until dissolved
