Homemade Hamburger Helper - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 onion, chopped
1 to 1 1/2 lb. ground chuck
2 cans peeled, chopped tomatoes
1 bag noodles (elbow or rotelle or any favorite)
1 c. or so grated Cheddar cheese
spices: ground cumin, salt, pepper and basil

Preparation

Saute onion in large skillet.
Add spices to taste.
Add ground chuck.
Cook until browned.
Drain off excess fat.
Add 2 cans chopped tomatoes.
Cook at medium heat for about 30 minutes, until most of the juices have reduced, but still want it somewhat liquidy.