Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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7
servings
1 tbsp

paula deen's house seasoning

3 tbsp

soy sauce

3 unit

bay leaves

2 tbsp

italian seasoning

30 unit

diced tomatoes

diced

30 unit

tomato sauce

3 cup

water

3 clove

galic

chopped

2 unit

onion

chopped

3 unit

lean ground beef

1 tbsp

seasoned salt

2 cup

elbow macaroni

uncooked

Step 1
~10 min

In a Dutch oven, sauté the ground meat over medium-high heat until no pink remains. Break up the meat while sauteing. Spoon off any grease.

Step 2
~10 min

Add the onions and garlic to the pot and saute until they are tender, about 5 minutes.

Step 3
~10 min

Add 3 cups water, along with the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, bay leaves, soy sauce, House Seasoning, and seasoned salt.

Step 4
~10 min

Stir well.

Step 5
~10 min

Place a lid on pot and allow this to cook for 15 to 20 minutes.

Step 6
~10 min

Add the elbow macaroni, stir well, return the lid to the pot, and simmer for about 30 minutes.

Step 7
~10 min

Turn off the heat, remove the bay leaves, and allow the mixture to sit about 30 minutes more before serving.

Step 8
~10 min

Serve with garlic bread and salad.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for extra spice.

Grate some Parmesan cheese on top before serving.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with garlic bread and a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic Bread
Green Salad
Coleslaw

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

A comfort food dish often associated with family gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

family dinner
weeknight meal
potluck

Popularity Score

70/100

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