Ingredients

  • 1/2 lb. ground beef
  • 1/2 lb. Italian sausage, casing removed
  • 1/2 c. chopped onion
  • 2 c. water
  • 2/3 c. (6 oz. can) tomato paste
  • 1 (1.42 oz.) envelope spaghetti sauce mix
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 2 c. (8 oz.) Skinner elbow macaroni (uncooked)
  • grated Parmesan cheese

Method

  • In large skillet, crumble meat; cook until almost done. Drain.
  • Add onion; cook until onion is tender.
  • Add water, tomato paste, sauce mix and salt; stir until blended.
  • Heat to boiling; reduce heat.
  • Cover; simmer 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain.
  • Stir pasta into sauce; spoon into 2-quart casserole.
  • Sprinkle generously with Parmesan cheese; broil 5 to 10 minutes until cheese is lightly browned. Makes 6 servings (1 cup each).