Classic Johnnie Marzetti

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Moms sharing with us her simple yet classic Johnnie Marzetti recipe. How do y’all make yours? Let me know what you think about this version and y’all enjoy.

1 pound ground beef
1/2 small onion chopped
1/2 gree pepper chopped small
1 (14.5oz) can stewed tomatoes mashed with hands
1 (14.5oz) can diced tomatoes
8 cups water
1 box (16oz) macaroni
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1 tablespoon parsley
1 can spaghetti sauce (traditional works best)

Combine ground beef, onion, green pepper, salt and pepper and brown in a skillet until meat is browned or onions and peppers are tender. (drain fat)
Add salt, pepper and spices and set aside.
In a large saucepan bring the water to a boil and add macaroni and cook just to the point of tenderness. (7-8 minutes) and drain and add to meat mixture.
Add can of stewed tomatoes and diced tomatoes to the meat mixture and cook 5-6 minutes. Add in the spaghetti sauce and simmer on low for 15 minutes. stir often.
You can top with finely shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese if you like.