Mr. Food: All American Skillet Goulash

Serves: 4

Cooking Time: 30 min

Ingredients

• 1/2 pound elbow macaroni
• 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
• 1/2 medium-sized green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 (28-ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded Cheddar cheese

Instructions

1. Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and cover to keep warm.
    
2. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef, bell pepper, and onion over high heat for 6 to 8 minutes, or until no pink remains in the beef, stirring frequently. Drain off excess liquid. 
    
3. Add macaroni, spaghetti sauce, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper; mix well. Reduce heat to medium-low and let simmer 5 to 7 minutes, or until heated through. Sprinkle with cheese and simmer 1 to 2 minutes, or until cheese is melted; serve.

Note

Any leftovers will freeze well.