We call it Goulash

I really don't know the official name of this recipe but it's good. It's a concoction of things I had in my pantry and fridge one day and it turned out pretty good.  The kids have named it goulash.  It's easy and tastes even better on the second day!

3 LBS ground beef
2 large diced onions
1 diced green pepper
4 1/2 Cups water
3 cans diced tomatoes with garlic and oregano
3 cans favorite tomato based pasta sauce or 3 cans tomato sauce
3 TBSP Italian seasoning
1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
3 TBSP Worcestershire sauce
1 Tsp garlic powder
1/4 cup brown sugar (optional)
3 Cups macaroni noodles (uncooked)




Heat 2 TBSP oil in hot skillet. Add red pepper flakes until they begin to brown but don't let them burn.  Add ground beef.  Brown and drain excess liquid. Add diced onions and garlic powder.  Saute until tender.  (Approx. 5 minutes) In a dutch oven, add water, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, salt and pepper to taste. Stir well.  Add beef and sauteed onions. Place a lid on the pot and allow to simmer for 15-20 minutes.  Add the elbow macaroni, stir well, return the lid and simmer for another 30 minutes.  Remove from heat and allow to sit for about 30 minutes before serving.

Serve with your favorite garlic bread and roasted veggies!