1-Start with the basics: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat, then add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and ground beef. Cook until the beef is no longer pink, and drain any excess fat for a lighter meal. Next, add the minced garlic and cook until it smells great, which only takes a minute or two.

2-Stir in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, seasoned salt, Italian seasoning, bay leaves, and dry macaroni noodles. Bring everything to a boil, then lower to a gentle boil and stir now and then until the pasta is tender, about 20 minutes. For similar pasta dishes, try this baked ziti recipe on our site.

3-Once done, remove the bay leaves, mix in the shredded cheddar cheese, and serve right away. This step-by-step process takes around 30 minutes of cooking time, making it perfect for busy nights. Feel free to add extras like corn or peas for more veggies, as suggested in our tips.