I wasn’t exactly raised in poverty but I ate this poverty meal as a child. My grandmother and mother were both very frugal cooks. They were very frugal cooks because money was tight.
I didn’t realize that until I was an adult. To me they just served great food!
Whether you are in no money times, or not, this is a super meal to have! It’s very easy to make, extremely budget friendly and doggone delicious!
I keep it simple by serving just crusty rolls and a salad.
This is comfort food to me and it’s just doggone good! Leftovers are even better!
Yummy and filling. Simple home style goodness in one pan. Nice on the budget, great comfort food.
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This dish is easy to make and tastes great. Even though it's really inexpensive to make!
- 1 large onion chopped
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 16 oz cans stewed tomatoes
- 1 16 oz can water
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni uncooked
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
- parmesan cheese optional
- Saute the onions and garlic in olive oil until translucent.
- Brown the ground beef and brown and drain.
- Add the ground beef, tomatoes, water, raw macaroni, salt and pepper to the onion and garlic mixture.
- Cook for 15 to 20 minutes or until macaroni is tender.
- If desired, top with Parmesan cheese. Serve with crusty bread and a salad.
Enjoy!
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Recipe based on one by Malriah
Photo by CandyTX