Chili Mac

CHILI MAC

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1 pound lean ground beef 

1 medium onion, chopped

1 clove garlic, minced

1 can (14-1/4 ounces) tomatoes, cut up

2 cups water

1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce

1 tbsp. chili powder

1/2 tsp. oregano

8 ounces uncooked elbow macaroni

1 can (15-1/4 ounces) dark red kidney beans, undrained

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1. Brown ground beef, onion and garlic in a 3-quart saucepan; drain.

2. Return beef mixture to saucepan. Add tomatoes, water, tomato sauce and seasonings; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 10 minutes.

3. Stir in uncooked macaroni and kidney beans. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium heat. Simmer 9 to 10 minutes or until macaroni is tender, stirring occasionally. Yield: 6 servings.