Ingredients
- 1-pound box elbow macaroni
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 cups chopped green bell pepper
- 2 cups chopped onion
- 1 tablespoon chopped garlic
- 2 pounds lean ground beef
- 3 cups canned crushed tomatoes
- Salt and pepper
- 1 teaspoon each dried basil, ground cumin, and dried oregano
- 2 to 3 cups grated Cheddar
Directions
Heat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Cook the macaroni according to package 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.
Cook's Note: Ground turkey or chicken can be used in place of beef, if desired.
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By Sandy0604
New Jersey
on September 08, 2011
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I followed the recommendations and added more spices. Instead of 1 tsp I added 1 Tbsp of each spice and about 4 cloves of garlic. It was delish! Will def be making it again!
By The Petite Gourmet
Portland, OR
on September 08, 2011
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Whoever Wayne is, I want to marry him! Mac n' cheese is my favorite food in the world, and has been since I was maybe 4 years old. I have a great standard recipe that I use all the time, but I love trying other more unique ones to supplement my repertoire - this one was definitely a winner. It makes a ton of food, which is great because I love making dishes and freezing the leftovers. I don't usually look to Paula Deen for recipes because she typically uses SO much butter, oil, and other fatty ingredients. But this one is perfect. I used ground beef the first time I made it, but I have made it since with ground chicken or turkey to cut back on fat since there is so much cheese. Love it!
By msjabs4683
Gilbertsville, PA
on August 23, 2011
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Good but bland and I added extra spices. Next time I will add more cheese.
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