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My husband and I really enjoy it with the Hawaiian rolls.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-08-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Gloria958"},"reviewBody":"
My mom used to make something close to this but we cooked the elbows first drained, browned the ground beef and onion. She mixed pasta and beef and onion in a baking dish added shredded cheddar cheese, mixed. Then she added one can of tomato sauce and 2-3 cans of diced tomatoes with juice. Stirred it and popped it in the oven until hot and bubbly. I loved it when she would make this!<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-11-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"abyno"},"reviewBody":"
We make something very similar to this, we call it Johnny Marzetti. Only real difference is we use a can of tomato sauce and a can of stewed tomatoes and a dash or two of cayenne instead of the chili powder, and add a can of corn. You know...for a veggie!! Definitely precook the macaroni, though. I love to cook. I'm a very good cook. I am lousy at prepping for the whole week and I very much envy anyone who can do and does this!<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-06-17","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Karol997"},"reviewBody":"
We love this dish. Shared it with friends who also love it. It's quick, simple, easy and delicious! The second time I made it, I cut back on the chili powder and salt and cut up the stewed tomatoes. Just as great. This recipe is a keeper.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2024-03-28","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"gaylene2"},"reviewBody":"
I used some home canned tomatoes from my garden. That added a nice tang! I used some cut up steak left over from a restaurant. I also added cheese as someone suggested. And sour cream because I love the stroganoff taste. Plus a little onion and garlic salt. The best cook I know adds this as a rule!<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2024-04-29","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Mrs281"},"reviewBody":"
I like this recipe, I add a little more hamburger meat and sometime I add green pepper. I always leave the macaroni in the skillet longer than. Because it definitely take longer to cook!<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-10-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeFish"},"reviewBody":"Amazing as a gift. We\u2019ve given several to \u201cNew Parents\u201d. Always well received.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-11-23","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Wendy769"},"reviewBody":"
Good fast staple to have for large crowds. <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-05-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueFlask"},"reviewBody":"We've made this for years, too, and call it \"easy goulash\" - it's a great go-to meal when you haven't anything in mind. I love the idea of having all the ingredients together ready-to-go. Thanks for the tip! Another tip: I buy hamburger, or ground chuck (or turkey, or whatever) in bulk on sale, cook it with chopped onion (","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-08-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleRocket"},"reviewBody":"Better and easier than my goulash recipe! Been looking for a simple recipe like this. If more liquid is needed for the macaronis, I use some V8 juice. So tasty. Thank you.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-10-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedCoathanger"},"reviewBody":"Cook macaroni separately (if you freeze the leftovers, pasta thaws like mush). Add a can of beans. Some some zucchini. You can dress this up in different ways. Great basic recipe.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-05-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenProcessor"},"reviewBody":"Very simple but delicious meal! I did add chopped onion, green pepper, and minced garlic. I also tried Mexican stewed tomatoes and it came out delicious. Thanks for the recipe!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-05-25","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueFlower"},"reviewBody":"Heather, yes. Just cook the pasta in the canned tomatoes. I use diced tomatoes, add some dried or fresh basil and green onions at the end. My son always liked me to sprinkle some cheese on top before serving. I have also added frozen corn or red and green pepper when I have time to chop.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-12-28","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveFlower"},"reviewBody":"Another recipe my whole family loves and that I have been making for years!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-01-27","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenFlower"},"reviewBody":"Am I correct in reading that we don't add any water, the pasta Cooks in the tomato juices from can?","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-06-24","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueController"},"reviewBody":"Economical, and easy to make.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-05-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanTrumpet"},"reviewBody":"Very tasty, economical easy to make main dish! 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When I saved this to Pinterest that wasn't included in the ingredient list.","CommentId":2,"DateRated":"10\/14\/2020 21:28","GUID":"95c6f9807ff549119366de76483d3247","MemberId":7593022,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"Tina","SubmittedDate":"10\/14\/2020 21:28"},{"Comment":"It's American Cop Suey and you put everything in a bag. Big Deal!","CommentId":3,"DateRated":"10\/14\/2020 17:28","GUID":"200a136772284fa6aee99597d1a97d08","MemberId":9432259,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"Frank","SubmittedDate":"10\/14\/2020 17:28"},{"Comment":"Amazing as a gift. We\u2019ve given several to \u201cNew Parents\u201d. Always well received.","CommentId":4,"DateRated":"10\/14\/2020 17:16","GUID":"fdafa38384134404af2f9772e74c24cd","MemberId":2408742,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"asnunez","SubmittedDate":"10\/14\/2020 17:16"},{"Comment":"Cook macaroni separately (if you freeze the leftovers, pasta thaws like mush). Add a can of beans. Some some zucchini. You can dress this up in different ways. Great basic recipe.","CommentId":5,"DateRated":"10\/14\/2020 16:17","GUID":"883c63f689ca4932a27ed01ef3b8fb08","MemberId":2383809,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"BellaTerra66","SubmittedDate":"10\/14\/2020 16:17"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":6,"DateRated":"05\/16\/2020 02:55","GUID":"1C9A73D842D94BFE896DC976BA113366","MemberId":673346,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"eileen344","SubmittedDate":"05\/16\/2020 02:55"},{"Comment":"Better and easier than my goulash recipe! Been looking for a simple recipe like this. If more liquid is needed for the macaronis, I use some V8 juice. So tasty. Thank you.","CommentId":7,"DateRated":"08\/02\/2019 04:01","GUID":"5aafb4ec1ad54e348d17da4a124e23b3","MemberId":9682617,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Debbie","SubmittedDate":"08\/02\/2019 04:01"},{"Comment":"Very simple but delicious meal! I did add chopped onion, green pepper, and minced garlic. I also tried Mexican stewed tomatoes and it came out delicious. Thanks for the recipe!","CommentId":8,"DateRated":"05\/30\/2019 22:52","GUID":"b03ddbcf9f4d4f57a2878ab2351079a3","MemberId":9058654,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"Christine","SubmittedDate":"05\/30\/2019 22:52"},{"Comment":"So, basically it's goulash? Everyone always insists on renaming dishes. I have made goulash around 50 times (I'm not a person that will excaderate)! This recipe is goulash.","CommentId":9,"DateRated":"05\/26\/2019 08:06","GUID":"e5fab786285444d5bddb9d05b79bb0a4","MemberId":9338667,"Rating":1,"ScreenName":"Stephanie","SubmittedDate":"05\/26\/2019 08:06"},{"Comment":"We've made this for years, too, and call it "easy goulash" - it's a great go-to meal when you haven't anything in mind. I love the idea of having all the ingredients together ready-to-go. Thanks for the tip! Another tip: I buy hamburger, or ground chuck (or turkey, or whatever) in bulk on sale, cook it with chopped onion (","CommentId":10,"DateRated":"05\/26\/2019 01:35","GUID":"e140f4dcab6043d681e1c6435c75e4a6","MemberId":9443654,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"tamara","SubmittedDate":"05\/26\/2019 01:35"},{"Comment":"Heather, yes. Just cook the pasta in the canned tomatoes. I use diced tomatoes, add some dried or fresh basil and green onions at the end. My son always liked me to sprinkle some cheese on top before serving. I have also added frozen corn or red and green pepper when I have time to chop.","CommentId":11,"DateRated":"05\/25\/2019 13:38","GUID":"4fbe8dead12c49b9bd0063daf110769a","MemberId":3454134,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"Thealogan","SubmittedDate":"05\/25\/2019 13:38"},{"Comment":"
Am I correct in reading that we don't add any water, the pasta Cooks in the tomato juices from can?<\/p>","CommentId":12,"DateRated":"01\/27\/2018 19:46","GUID":"38cd684b0531493fbdc9ce725df18695","MemberId":9416662,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Heather","SubmittedDate":"01\/27\/2018 19:46"},{"Comment":"
We\u2019ve been making this recipe for years! It is definitely a keeper. The whole family loves Dinner in a Bag.<\/p>","CommentId":13,"DateRated":"","GUID":"7CA6E898B89BD4002A8FFAC8A6390C46","MemberId":191020,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"jgoiffon","SubmittedDate":"01\/03\/2018 23:18"},{"Comment":"
Economical, and easy to make.<\/p>","CommentId":14,"DateRated":"06\/24\/2017 19:59","GUID":"25fff2625c7f47ce81c27c99dda206f9","MemberId":4089259,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"Medic 716","SubmittedDate":"06\/24\/2017 19:59"},{"Comment":"
Very tasty, economical easy to make main dish! My family really enjoy it.<\/p>","CommentId":15,"DateRated":"05\/16\/2015 11:23","GUID":"82166A8BD0C8440D9C04CD8064E1A9F7","MemberId":544392,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"gunslinger","SubmittedDate":"05\/16\/2015 11:23"},{"Comment":"
Love, love, love this recipe. Has been a go to recipe for me for years. Whole family loves it. I added chopped onion and green pepper to ground beef when browning. Then a can of drained mushrooms at the end of cooking time. So good..<\/p>","CommentId":16,"DateRated":"02\/07\/2015 10:36","GUID":"c1f2addc9ba74c738d61945914552e54","MemberId":2470821,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Joannemaries","SubmittedDate":"02\/07\/2015 10:36"},{"Comment":"
Pefect. I double the chili, put real onions and parsley and everyone's loves this very fast supper. Like a Chili Homemade Hamburger Helper ! A keeper for fast and economical supper. Thanks!<\/p>","CommentId":17,"DateRated":"11\/01\/2014 14:20","GUID":"fcefed9633b94e1ab54bf58eb8869743","MemberId":1325612,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Originaltatie","SubmittedDate":"11\/01\/2014 14:19"},{"Comment":"
Another recipe my whole family loves and that I have been making for years!<\/p>","CommentId":18,"DateRated":"","GUID":"d470574f7dde41838ae0bed6f60792f1","MemberId":6442620,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"SharonWaldrop","SubmittedDate":"12\/28\/2013 17:39"},{"Comment":"
This is a great recipe. We doubled the recipe and instead of using stewed tomatoes, we used 3 quarts of tomatoes we canned from our garden and a full box of macaroni. Put some fresh, chopped garden onions on top. This is a keeper<\/p>","CommentId":19,"DateRated":"07\/22\/2013 11:21","GUID":"b25e9bb79ce34aa2a1074715cd482bab","MemberId":6844259,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"marieb345","SubmittedDate":"07\/22\/2013 11:21"},{"Comment":"
A family favorite and so easy to make!<\/p>","CommentId":20,"DateRated":"03\/16\/2013 14:42","GUID":"21a29d836b384813b6d063533b443ede","MemberId":1233016,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"hs4hmom","SubmittedDate":"03\/16\/2013 14:42"},{"Comment":"
My kids didn't care for this.<\/p>","CommentId":21,"DateRated":"08\/26\/2012 19:24","GUID":"92f22661bf7c445589b82dadfc33ba36","MemberId":3130162,"Rating":3,"ScreenName":"stacienbob","SubmittedDate":"08\/26\/2012 19:24"},{"Comment":"
We love this! Have made it now for years and think of it as my own hamburger helper mix. I only do half of the hamburger to stretch my dollar and my own canned tomatoes. I'm like most cooks here I only add part of the salt and add some garlic powder to it.<\/p>","CommentId":22,"DateRated":"07\/31\/2012 17:26","GUID":"be9b62f742fe4df8b1f078794892856c","MemberId":3267063,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"butterfly3gayle","SubmittedDate":"07\/31\/2012 17:26"},{"Comment":"
Wow this was AWESOME!! Will make this again for sure!! I used home canned tomatoes rather then store bought which cuts down on the sodium a lot! I also added a little oregano and garlic salt!! INCREDIBLE!! :)<\/p>","CommentId":23,"DateRated":"04\/29\/2012 21:19","GUID":"f0822841c99f412cb50b35659e17fb7e","MemberId":1822476,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"CDoehrmann","SubmittedDate":"04\/29\/2012 15:19"},{"Comment":"
the dish was very good- i did have add 3 cups of liquid to bew able to cook the macaroni- my canned stew tomatoes may had not enough liquids to cook the macaroni- i did add alittle more dried onions and i added some oregano to it. it was a hearty meal- i am still eating it -lots of left overs. i truely like that you can put dry ingreadents a a bag to be readsy and throw it all together. sue<\/p>","CommentId":24,"DateRated":"10\/18\/2011 08:57","GUID":"2693d216ab534b19aa6dda74e7b0ddb3","MemberId":4702639,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"missymagoo12","SubmittedDate":"10\/18\/2011 08:57"},{"Comment":"
I've been making variations on this since it was originally published in the Quick Cooking '99 book. I love it and it's a hit in my house.<\/p>","CommentId":25,"DateRated":"09\/06\/2011 14:28","GUID":"16e3aa715f304fd2bc1312667abca3c0","MemberId":6188949,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"j_c_kranz","SubmittedDate":"09\/06\/2011 14:28"},{"Comment":"
This is great for a quick meal on a weeknight. Hearty and filling and doesn\u2019t take too long to make.<\/p>","CommentId":26,"DateRated":"12\/10\/2010 15:21","GUID":"8278223894174808bb3a923b97ebda0b","MemberId":5624145,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"tamaralenae","SubmittedDate":"12\/10\/2010 15:21"},{"Comment":"
Made this recipe and will make it again. It was of quick and easy. I added a little garlic powder and less salt. Served with a salad it's a perfect meal.<\/p>","CommentId":27,"DateRated":"08\/12\/2010 18:41","GUID":"431c6886ad5048f0a516f082054da585","MemberId":5263849,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Mo. cook","SubmittedDate":"08\/12\/2010 18:41"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":28,"DateRated":"07\/19\/2010 12:02","GUID":"a29a9053adc443e4a0983b1a5a253732","MemberId":5294127,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"melonious","SubmittedDate":"07\/19\/2010 12:02"},{"Comment":"
We loved it! But we cut the salt in half.<\/p>","CommentId":29,"DateRated":"05\/21\/2010 12:50","GUID":"453258EF7EA247A699E000B9580980CE","MemberId":4269313,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Kathilee5","SubmittedDate":"05\/21\/2010 12:50"},{"Comment":"
I have been making this dish (I just call it \"Chili Mac\") over probably 10 years. It's delicious, easy and fast. My only change is I don't add the extra 1 t. salt; I think the stewed tomatoes have enough salt in them anyway.<\/p>","CommentId":30,"DateRated":"04\/01\/2010 13:37","GUID":"e22b205b1d05490fb20eccb3b652b34f","MemberId":2888433,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"pohl1959","SubmittedDate":"04\/01\/2010 13:37"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":31,"DateRated":"09\/09\/2007 15:49","GUID":"36b83bcfbd0f4fd8b01c3908f9bedf59","MemberId":1858674,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Kris Countryman","SubmittedDate":"09\/09\/2007 15:49"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":32,"DateRated":"04\/26\/2007 08:04","GUID":"3f704999f9334774838f0f02f6eabc2a","MemberId":1172134,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"jenny73","SubmittedDate":"04\/26\/2007 08:04"}]},"breadcrumb":[{"term_id":311532,"name":"Casseroles","slug":"casseroles","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":311467,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"These family-pleasing casserole recipes are sure to be a hit. From apps and green bean casseroles to dessert and main dish casseroles, you'll want to try them all!","parent":310796,"count":3387,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/casseroles\/"},{"term_id":311533,"name":"Beef Casseroles","slug":"beef-casseroles","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":311468,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Put your oven to work with these beef casserole recipes. With everything from beefy enchilada casseroles to healthy ground beef recipes, you'll never run out of ideas.","parent":311532,"count":545,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/casseroles\/beef-casseroles\/"},{"term_id":311542,"name":"Hamburger Casseroles","slug":"hamburger-casseroles","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":311477,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Scroll through our hamburger casserole recipes to find the one that's best for you! With hamburger casseroles with noodles, rice or potatoes, you can't go wrong.","parent":311533,"count":509,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/casseroles\/beef-casseroles\/hamburger-casseroles\/"}],"meta_data":{"enhanced_fields":{"enhanced_recipe_title":"Dinner in a Bag"}},"analytics":[],"yoast_head":"\n