1 package package
1 macaroni,
1 cooked and drained
2 tbsp oil
1 1/2 lb ground beef, browned and drained
1 salt and pepper
1 large onion, chopped
2 each stalks celery, chopped
1 can tomato paste
3/4 cup water
2 tbsp sherry
1 can tomato soup
1 grated cheddar or
1 parmesan cheese
1 tsp leaf oregano
Directions
Toss cooked noodles in oil. Place in greased CROCK-POT. Add all
remaining ingredients, except grated cheese. Stir thoroughly.
Sprinkle cheese over top. Cover and cook on Low 4 to 8 hours. (High:
2 to 3 hours). From Rival Crock-Pot cookbook, date unknown
Servings: 6 servings
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Categories: Beef; Casserole; Main Dish; Meat; Pasta
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