Poverty Meal

By gbvampy1

Ingredients

• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 lb ground beef, browned and drained
• 1 (16 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
• 1 (16 ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1 (16 ounce) can water
• 8 ounces elbow macaroni, uncooked
• salt, to taste
• pepper, to taste
• parmesan cheese (optional)

Preparation

Step 1

1. Sauté onions and garlic in olive oil until translucent.

2. Brown ground beef and drain.

3. Add ground beef, tomatoes, water, raw macaroni, salt and pepper to the onion and garlic mixture.

4. Cook for 15 to 20 minutes or until macaroni is tender.

5. If desired, top with Parmesan cheese.

6. Serve with crusty bread and a salad.