Granny's Goulash

 2 lbs. ground chuck, cooked, rinsed and drained

3 t. minced garlic

1 c. water

2, 15 oz. cans tomato sauce

2, 15 oz. cans Del Monte diced tomatoes with basil, oregano, and garlic, undrained

3 bay leaves

1 T. seasoning salt (I used nature's seasons)

1 t. sugar (cuts down the acidity)

2 T. Italian seasoning

3 c. uncooked pasta, your choice, (I used cavatoppi/cellentani)

1-2 c. shredded cheese, your choice (I used Italian & mozzarella)

Parmesan cheese, to garnish

After rinsing and draining, place cooked meat in large skillet and saute with garlic, about 5 minutes. Add tomato sauce, tomatoes, seasonings, & bay leaves. Stir. Cover & cook 15-20 minutes. Add uncooked pasta & 1 c. water. Stir well. Return the lid and simmer for 30 minutes. Turn off heat, remove the bay leaves, and add shredded cheese. Stir. Serve with Parmesan cheese & bread. Yum!

I have served this with steamed broccoli, roasted Brussel sprouts, zucchini, or tossed salad. *More veggies can be added to this recipe if desired: chopped green pepper, chopped onions, fresh sauteed mushrooms, etc...**May substitute ground Italian sausage, ground pork, or ground turkey for the ground chuck. This recipe may be frozen.

1st picture: Cooking in the skillet. 2nd picture: cheese added, but not stirred in yet.