HOMEMADE BEEF-A-RONI

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Grandma first introduced this to me, as with everything else I improvised on it. Feel free to substitute beef with half beef/half Italian sausage. In addition, you may substitute the Velveeta with mozzarella if desired.

Provided by Delete Account

Categories     Meat

Time 40m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (12 ounce) box of large elbow macaroni (Normal size may be used as well)
2 lbs ground beef
1 teaspoon McCormick's Montreal Brand steak seasoning
1 (15 ounce) jar Ragu pizza sauce, chunky garden combination sauce
10 slices Velveeta cheese
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon parsley
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 small onion (chopped fine)
1 teaspoon butter or 1 teaspoon olive oil
1 (15 ounce) can tomatoes (seasoned with basic and or or roasted garlic)
1/4 cup parmesan cheese (ground)
1/2 teaspoon basil

Steps:

  • In medium to large skillet, combine beef, onions and steak seasoning. Cook until brown over medium heat.
  • Concurrently, cook noodles according to the box directions in large pot with butter or olive oil to help prevent sticking and to add taste; Drain and return to pot.
  • Place cooked beef mix in large pot with noodles. Add remaining ingredients except for cheese slices to the same pot. Mix well and heat on low to medium-low until sauce is hot.
  • Pour mixture into a 9x13 baking dish and level.
  • Lay cheese slices over top of mixture so that entire dish is covered with a slice of cheese. Cut cheese slices in half to fill in the end and center portions of the baking dish.
  • Bake in oven for 15 to 20 minutes, ensuring cheese is melted.
  • Serve as square portions with salad and/or garlic bread if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 732.6, Fat 35.9, SaturatedFat 16.9, Cholesterol 145.5, Sodium 876.5, Carbohydrate 53.9, Fiber 3, Sugar 7.8, Protein 46

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