Rodeo Special Macaroni

1 pkg. Macaroni and Cheese Dinner
1 lb. ground beef
1/2 c. chopped green pepper
1/2 c. chopped onion
2 cans (8 oz each) tomato sauce
1/2 c. water
1 t. chili powder
1/4 t. pepper
1/8 t. garlic powder

Cook macaroni noodles according to package directions. Drain and reserve for later use. In skillet, slowly brown ground beef. Add green pepper and onion, cook just until tender, stirring often. Drain excess grease. Add tomato sauce, water and seasonings; blend thoroughly. Simmer uncovered 5-10 minutes or until slightly thickened. Remove from heat. With fork gently stir in contents of cheese packet and reserve macaroni. Heat slowly, stirring often for 10 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Serve hot. Makes 4-6 servings.

Number of Servings: 5

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user READINGGAL.