Classic American Comfort Food: Johnny Marzetti II Recipe

This classic American comfort food, Johnny Marzetti II, is a hearty and delicious casserole that will warm you up on a cold night. Made with ground beef, pasta, tomatoes, and cheese, this dish is easy to make and perfect for feeding a crowd.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 can of diced tomatoes
• 1 can of tomato sauce
• 1 can of tomato paste
• 2 cups of cooked elbow macaroni
• 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Add the onion, green pepper, and garlic, and cook until vegetables are tender.
3. Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, and Italian seasoning. Let simmer for 10 minutes.
4. Add the cooked macaroni to the skillet and stir to combine.
5. Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish and top with shredded cheddar cheese.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

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