Ghoulash

This is a very easy to make and economical version of the classic hotdish. It is the only one I know as I grew up with it, I absolutely love it and it makes A LOT. Enjoy!!

• Ready In: 50 mins
• Serves: 8
• Yields: 2 quarts

Ingredients

• 1  lb hamburger (I use 96/4)
•  half box elbow macaroni, cooked and drained
• 1  large onion, chopped
•  sliced mushrooms (canned or fresh, I prefer canned)
• 1 (28 ounce) can  of petite diced tomatoes
• 2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
• 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
• 1  pinch garlic
• 1  pinch  salt and pepper

Directions

1. Brown meat, onions, salt, pepper, garlic and mushrooms, drain if needed, set aside.
2. Boil macaroni, drain set aside.
3. In a large oven safe bowl (pyrex) combine ALL above ingredients, mix thoroughly. Cover with aluminum foil, back 30-40 minutes Take the dish out of oven, remove cover, stir once, put the dish back in the oven uncovered for 5-10 minuted to create a goldnish crust on top. Let stand for at least 15 minutes.