My Healthier Chili Mac Casserole - OAMC

• 8 ounces whole wheat macaroni noodles, cooked a few minutes less than directed on package (will finish cooking in the oven)
• 1 lb 93% lean ground beef
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 celery ribs, minced
• 1 cup shredded carrot
• 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
• 8 ounces salsa (use the tomato sauce can as a measuring cup)
• 2 cups 2% cheddar cheese, divided
• 2 teaspoons cumin
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 2 teaspoons oregano
• 2 teaspoons basil
• black pepper

1. In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the veggies together with the ground beef.
2. When cooked, stir in 1 cup of the cheese, the seasonings, and the cooked noodles.
3. Pour into casserole dish(es) and top with the remaining 1 cup of the cheese.
4. Cover tightly with foil and freeze until ready to eat.

whole wheat macaroni noodles, ground beef, green bell pepper, onion, garlic, celery, carrot, tomatoes, tomato sauce, salsa, cheddar cheese, cumin, chili powder, oregano, basil, black pepper

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/my-healthier-chili-mac-casserole-oamc-418923 (may not work)