Taco Goulash by Joe Nunn

 

• 1 pound ground beef plus 1 pound ground sausage or 2 pounds ground beef
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 refrigerated minced garlic
• 1 packet taco seasoning
• 1 can of tomato juice
• 1 pound. package of macaroni
• 2 cups water
• Pinch basil
• Pinch oregano
• Mixture of Colby and mozzarella cheese
• Parsley for garnish

1. Brown meat and onion while stirring.
2. Add peppers and continue sauteeing.
3. Add garlic and cook for about 30 seconds to bloom it.  Do not let it burn.
4. Add taco seasoning and stir.
5. Add tomato juice and water.
6. Add macaroni, basil, and oregano.
7. Simmer until tender.
8. Add some of the cheese and stir in.
9. Add more cheese to the top and let it sit.
10. Garnish with parsley.
11. Enjoy,