Mama's Beef-A-Roni

When my kids were little that's what they called this. When the week was long and the money short, this made a little meat go a long way. I served this with garlic bread. This looks like it takes a long time to make, but it's really easy. I had to guess on the times, so if you try this please let me know how long it takes and i'll adjust it.

• Ready In: 35 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1  lb ground beef
• 1⁄2 cup  finely chopped green pepper
• 1⁄2 cup  finely chopped onion
• 1⁄2 cup  finely chopped celery
• 1  tablespoon garlic powder
• 1  tablespoon  italian seasoning
• 1 1⁄2 cups small shell pasta (or chef's choice)
• 1 1⁄2 cups  shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 1⁄2 cups  of plain  pasta sauce

Directions

1. Cook pasta according to package directions; drain.
2. While pasta is cooking, on medium heat brown ground beef in large skillet.
3. Add onions, peppers, celery, Italian seasoning and garlic powder, stirring until vegetables are tender.
4. Drain and return to skillet.
5. Stir in pasta sauce; add pasta and mix thoroughly.
6. Sprinkle cheese over top; cover with lid and let cheese melt.
7. Let sit for about 5 minutes then serve and enjoy.