Hamburger Noodle Casserole

Ingredients:

• 1 -1 1/2 lbs ground beef
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 onion
• 1/2-1 green pepper
• 1 bunch parsley
• 2-3 tsp. chili powder
• 1 t ground cumin
• 1 -1 1/2 t salt
• 1 T sugar
• 1 large can tomatoes
• 1 lb cooked pasta
• optional: grated cheese for topping

Directions;
Brown beef, drain fat from pan. Add garlic, onion, green pepper and parsley. Stir and cook for a few minutes. Add chili powder and cumin. Stir. Add salt, sugar and tomatoes. Stir. Simmer for 15-20 minutes. Mix sauce with cooked pasta. Add grated cheese if desired.