Spanish Macaroni - Macarrones Espanol

Ingredients

• 2 slices bacon
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 cup uncooked elbow macaroni

• 1 (29 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1/2 cup chili sauce
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Directions

1. 1

   Dice bacon and cook in large skillet until crisp.

2. 2

   Add ground beef and brown well.

3. 3

   Add remaining ingredients in layers, being sure that macaroni is well dampened.

4. 4

   Cover with tight-fitting lid; cook over full flame until steam escapes.

5. 5

   Turn flame to simmer and cook for 30 minutes.