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Skillet Beef and Macaroni

SUBMITTED BY: Maxine Neuhauser

"I found this recipe 30 years ago on a can label. My family loved it, and I later found I always received compliments when I took the dish to potluck suppers. Since it's so easy to put together, it makes a real time-saver for a busy housewife or working mother."
PREP TIME  10 Min
COOK TIME  20 Min
READY IN  30 Min

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INGREDIENTS

  • 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 (7 ounce) package elbow macaroni
  • 1/2 cup chopped green pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

DIRECTIONS

  1. In a skillet, cook beef and onion until the meat is browned and onion is tender. Drain. Stir in the remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until macaroni is tender, about 20 minutes. Stir occasionally, adding additional water if needed.

FOOTNOTE

  • If Cooking for Two: Prepare just half of the recipe.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 18, 2008 by Goldenthreads
This was "okay". Flavor was not as intense as I expected. If I make again, I'd double... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 14, 2007 by PAULA WOOD
This is exactly the way my Grandmother AND Mother always made what we called Goulash. We... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 7, 2007 by LexisMommy030305
I liked the recipe when it was done... I didn't have green pepper so I added red pepper... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 6, 2006 by Jennifer
My kids liked it, but I was disappointed, Hamburger Helper would of been easier. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 17, 2008 by Missie
Hubby said he liked it, so it's a keeper! I did not have elbow pasta, but penne pasta was a... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 5, 2008 by California Cookin'
Simple, quick and delicious! I never use hamburger helper, but my kids always aks for it... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 27, 2008 by Kathie
Much better than Hamburger Helper. I did add some celery, zuchini, and diced tomatoes so it... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 8, 2008 by EasyPeasy
I recently had to start eating gluten-free, and DH was craving Hamburger Helper. Don't ask me... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 22, 2007 by SUNNYSIS
I didn't have any green peppers but this turned out great! My hubby and I were licking the... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 23, 2008 by sdsheri
Yummie.... great substitute for Hamburger Helper.. and much better without all the salt. Very... MORE


 
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