1 pound ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
a little olive oil for pan
2 cups hot water
1 - 14 oz. can tomatoes
1/4 cup Heinz 57
1 tsp. salt
dash of pepper
1 cup uncooked macaroni
Brown the beef and onions in olive oil.
Drain any excess fat.
Stir in water and the remaining ingredients.
Bring to a boil, and then reduce heat to low.
Simmer covered for 10 to 15 minutes, and until the liquid is absorbed and macaroni is cooked.
Variation: Instead of the onion, tomatoes and Heinz 57, add a packet of taco seasoning mix with the water.
Cook as original, then top finished dish with chopped fresh tomato, shredded lettuce and 1/3 cup of sour cream.
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