One-Pot Macaroni With Beef and Tomatoes

Submitted by Pinaygourmet 345142

"Great for a busy week. Drain the fat off after browning to skimp on some extra calories and fat of course."

 

• Ready In: 45mins
• Ingredients: 13
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 1 lb lean ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 green pepper, chopped
• 2 carrots, thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄2 teaspoon pepper
• 796 ml crushed tomatoes
• 2 cups macaroni
• 1⁄4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1⁄4 cup minced fresh parsley

directions

1. In Dutch oven or large deep saucepan, saute beef over medium-high heat, breaking up with spoon, until no longer pink, about 8 minutes.
2. Drain off any fat.
3. Add onion, garlic, green pepper, carrots, oregano, basil, salt and pepper to pan; cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until onion is softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Add tomatoes and 3 cups water; bring to boil.
5. Stir in macaroni; reduce heat, cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender but firm (al dente), about 20 minutes.
6. Sprinkle with Cheddar cheese and parsley.