Blackhawk Beef & Mac Casserole

Shopping List

• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1 pound dry macaroni
• 2 tablespoons garlic or 2 cloves minced
• 1 cup onion diced
• 1 cup diced bell pepper
• 1 can diced tomatoes 28 oz.
• 4 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dry basil
• salt & pepper to taste
• 3 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese divided
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 375 degrees. cook noodles for 3/4 of time according to package.
• Drain and rinse under cold water. Meanwhile cook onions, garlic, peppers and brown beef.
• Drain and combine green peppers, beef, noodles, tomatoes, tomato paste, basil, salt & pepper, and 1 cup of cheddar cheese.
• Pour half into a 9 X 13 casserole and put 1 cup of cheese and then pour another half on top and add remaining cheese and 1 tablespoon of fresh chopped parsley.
• Bake uncovered for 35 to 40 minutes or until bubbly and cheese is brown.
• This can be done in two smaller casserole dishes for smaller portions. You can bake one and freeze one and this is a great time saver when preparing good meals for your family.
• Enjoy!