Ingredients

The following ingredients have 6 Servings
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 1 onion, peeled and chopped
  • 1/2 green bell pepper, cored, seeded and chopped
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, cored, seeded and chopped
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes
  • 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
  • 2 cups tomato juice ( or beef broth)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni

Instruction

  • In a wide pan over medium heat, heat oil. Add onions and bell peppers and cook until softened.
  • Add ground beef and cook, breaking the meat with the back of a spoon, until lightly browned. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Drain excess oil, if any,
  • Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato juice (OR broth), tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, dried oregano, dried basil, and sugar. Stir until combined and bring to a simmer.
  • Add uncooked macaroni and stir to distribute. Lower heat, cover, and cook for about 10 to 15 minutes or until pasta is cooked.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste, if needed. Spoon onto serving plates and serve with Worcestershire sauce on the side and garnish with Parmesan cheese, if desired.