Cheddar And Macaroni Casserole - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. (7 oz.) uncooked macaroni
1 lb. ground beef
1/2 c. finely chopped onion
1/2 c. diced green pepper
1 clove garlic, crushed or 1/4 tsp. garlic powder
1 (1 lb.) can tomatoes with liquid, diced
1 1/2 c. sharp Cheddar cheese, cut in small cubes
1/2 tsp. basil
1/4 tsp. thyme
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper

Preparation

Cook macaroni according to package directions.
Drain.
Brown beef with garlic, onions and peppers.
Drain off excessive fat. Stir in tomatoes with following seasonings:
basil, thyme, salt and pepper.
Cover and simmer 5 minutes.
Stir in macaroni and half of the cheese.
Turn into a lightly greased 2 1/2-quart casserole dish.
Cover top with remaining cheese.
Bake at 350\u00b0 for 20 minutes.
Makes 6 large servings.