Looking for cheap meal ideas? This recipe for tomatoes and macaroni is ready in minutes and is a great way to save time and money and makes a filling dish for a crowd.
2cupsuncooked macaroni pasta noodlesor elbow macaroni
1tablespoonbacon grease or butter
128-ounce can stewed tomatoes
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/4teaspoonblack pepper
Instructions
In a pot, bring salted water to a boil and add macaroni noodles. Cook al dente, around 8 minutes or according to package directions. Drain noodles. Set aside.
Melt bacon grease (or butter) in a medium sauce pan. Pour in the stewed tomatoes (including juice). Add cooked macaroni pasta, salt, and pepper. Cook on medium for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Serve immediately or chill and serve cold.
Notes
SUGAR: There are some people that add sugar to this recipe. If you like a sweeter version, add 1/2 teaspoon of sugar along with the salt and pepper during Step 2.