Best Waynes Beef Macaroni And Cheese Recipes

Wayne's Beef and Macaroni and Cheese image

Provided by FLUFFSTER

Time 35m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (16 ounce) bag of large elbow macaroni
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 cups chopped green bell peppers
2 cups chopped onions
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
2 lbs lean ground beef
3 cups canned crushed tomatoes
salt and pepper
dried basil
ground cumin
dried oregano
2 -3 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

Heat the oven to 350 degrees.
Cook the macaroni according to package directions; drain and set aside.
Heat the oil in a skillet; add the peppers, onion, and garlic, and sauté until soft.
Add the ground beef and sauté till browned.
Add the tomatoes, salt and pepper to taste, and the basil, cumin and oregano.
In a large bowl, combine the macaroni and the beef mixture.
Spread this mixture into a 9X13-inch baking dish. Top with the cheese and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the cheese is lightly browned and bubbly.
Note: can use ground turkey or chicken in place of beef.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 592.6, Fat 25.1, SaturatedFat 11.2, Cholesterol 103.4, Sodium 256.8, Carbohydrate 51.3, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 4.4, Protein 38.4

Wayne's Beef Macaroni and Cheese image

Provided by KMW325i

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb box elbow macaroni
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 cups chopped green bell peppers
2 cups chopped onions
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
2 lbs lean ground beef
3 cups canned crushed tomatoes
salt and pepper
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon and dried oregano
2 -3 cups grated cheddar cheese

Steps:

Heat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Cook the macaroni according to package directions; drain and set aside. Heat the oil in a skillet; add the peppers, onion, and garlic, and saute until soft. Add the ground beef and saute until browned. Add the tomatoes, salt and pepper, to taste, and the basil, cumin, and oregano. In a large bowl, combine the macaroni and the beef mixture. Spread this mixture into a 9 by 13-inch baking dish. Top with the cheese and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the cheese is lightly browned and bubbly.
Cook's Note: Ground turkey or chicken can be used in place of beef, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1163, Fat 50.3, SaturatedFat 22.4, Cholesterol 206.7, Sodium 514.3, Carbohydrate 98, Fiber 6.5, Sugar 8.6, Protein 76.1