Serves 4
2 c. elbow macaroni, uncooked
1/2 lb. bacon, diced
14-1/2 oz. can diced tomatoes
8-oz. can tomato sauce
1 c. shredded Cheddar cheese
Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain. Fry bacon in a large skillet until crisp. Drain, leaving about one tablespoon drippings in skillet. Add tomatoes with juice, tomato sauce and cooked macaroni. Simmer over low heat until hot and bubbly, about 20 minutes. Add cheese; place lid on skillet and let stand until cheese is melted, about 5 minutes.
Mix up a favorite macaroni recipe by substituting different types of pasta. Check out the pasta aisle for bowties, rotini, wagon wheels or shells.