EASY MEXICALI DINNER

EASY MEXICALI DINNER

















1 lb. ground beef



1/2 c. chopped onion



6 oz. (3 c.) med. noodles, cooked & drained



1 (1 lb.) can tomatoes



1 (6 oz.) can tomato paste



1 1/2 c. shredded sharp cheese



1/2 c. sliced black olives



Salt to taste



1/4 tsp. dried basil (crushed)



1/8 tsp. pepper



Oil for frying







Cook meat and onion in large skillet until onion is tender. Stir in noodles, tomatoes, tomato paste, 1 cup of cheese, olives, and seasonings. Turn into a 2- quart casserole. Top with remaining 1/2 cup of cheese. Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes or until hot. Makes 6 servings.