- 2 c uncooked macaroni
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 1/2 tsp seasoned salt
- Pinch chili pepper flakes
- 1/2 tsp celery seed
- 28 oz diced tomatoes
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 c chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese, grated
Get a large pot of hot water heating and begin cooking the macaroni as per the directions on the macaroni package.
While the water is heating and macaroni cooking, prepare the sauce. In a skillet, brown the ground beef in a tablespoon of olive oil on high heat. Stir only infrequently so that the ground beef has an opportunity to brown. When the beef has mostly browned, add the onions to the pan and toss to combine. Cook until the onions are soft, about 4-6 minutes.
Add the celery seed, a dash of crushed red pepper and the Vegesal or other seasoned salt. Pour in canned tomatoes, add the Worcestershire sauce and stir to combine. Simmer for 5 minutes. Mix in the drained and cooked macaroni and the parsley. Cook for another 5 minutes.
Add freshly ground black pepper, salt and Parmesan cheese to taste.
