Chili Mac

This recipe was in a packet from the Minnesota Extension Service.

1 lb. ground beef
1 can tomato soup, plus 1/4 cup ketchup and hot water to make 3 1/2 cups
OR
6 oz. tomato paste with 3 cups hot water
OR
3 1/2 cups tomato juice
OR
4 cups tomato sauce
1 small onion, minced
1 tsp. chili powder
1 tsp. salt
2 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked

Brown beef; pour off excess fat. Add tomato liquid and seasonings. Bring ti boil. Add macaroni; cover and simmer 12 to 15 minutes.

Optional add-ins: Chopped celery, diced green pepper, drained whole kernal corn or drained kidney beans.