Tender Beefy Macaroni Meal

Ingredients:

1 Tbsp. organic butter
1 ½ C. uncooked whole grain macaroni
1 lb. lean ground beef
2 C. tomato juice
1 medium onion, chopped
½ tsp. garlic powder
½ tsp. dried oregano, crumbled
¼ tsp. chili powder
Salt and pepper
1 ½ C. grated organic cheddar cheese

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Melt butter in large skillet over medium heat. Add macaroni and stir to coat. Add beef and cook until brown, about 10 minutes. Stir in tomato juice. Bring to boil. Mix in onion, garlic powder, oregano, and chili powder. Season the mixture with salt and pepper. Transfer to a 9 x 13 inch baking dish. Cover and bake until macaroni is tender, about 20 minutes. Top with cheese. Bake uncovered until cheese melts, about 10 minutes.