Cheeseburger Macaroni

This recipe is very easy and much better than store bought boxed kinds.  Most times we double the recipe which gives us something good for lunch since it is so easy to reheat.

Ingredients:

1 lb hamburger

1 medium onion

1/4 tsp garlic powder

1/8 tsp cayenne pepper

Salt and Pepper to taste (about 1/2 tsp each is a good place to start)

7 oz uncooked macaroni

1 small can tomato paste

1/2 lb American, Velveeta, or Cheddar Cheese

Directions:

Brown hamburger, onion and spices in large, deep skillet.  Drain oil from pan when meat is completely cooked.  

Place hamburger back in pan and stir in tomato paste.  Add uncooked macaroni and enough HOT water to cover the hamburger, tomato paste and macaroni mix.  Stir well and bring to a boil.  Cover and turn down to a simmer.  Cook until macaroni is soft.  If needed, add a little more water to allow to cook more until macaroni is soft.  When dish is done, remove from heat, add cheese and cover.  Cheese should be melted in about 5 minutes.