Goulash thats kicked up a notch by: Boyd & Robin

Goulash Beefy Casserole is it!

1-pound box elbow macaroni 
2 tablespoons vegetable oil 
2 cups chopped yellow or red or green bell pepper, "we prefer yellow or red"
2 cups chopped onion 
1 tablespoon chopped garlic 
2 pounds lean ground beef 
1 whole pack of bacon (Optional) but it great to add
3 cups canned crushed tomatoes 
Salt and pepper 
1 teaspoon each dried basil, ground cumin, and dried oregano 
2 to 3 cups or more Mazzarella cheese or 4 chees'es is great too which ever you like 

*** Healthy way of cooking meat suggestions PLEASE READ!

This way of cooking meats is much better for you and taste better too!
Our family boils our meat in a big pot separately in water such as hamburger or what ever meat for your chili! 
We boil the meat in water for about 1 hour or until the meat is fully cooked. 
When done, we then use a colander and pour off the hot greasy water off into a bowl then you can 
discard out doors somewhere NOT pour your greasy water off into your kitchen sink! 
“Over time pouring grease or greasy water off into your kitchen sink drains will clog your drains” 
Now you have your meat cooked and a big percentage of your meat cooked without all that bad grease! 
Now you have your meat poured and drained in a bowl. 

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 bacon cooked almost crispy.
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. 

A Family great recipe and kids love it too!