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Make Cheesy Beef and Banana Macaroni

Cheesy Beef and Banana Macaroni

Ingredients:
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 1 large banana, mashed
- 2 cups uncooked macaroni
- 1/4 cup diced onion
- 1/4 cup diced bell pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup milk

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.

2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef, onion, and bell pepper until beef is browned and vegetables are softened. Drain off any excess fat.

3. Add mashed banana, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper to the skillet and stir until combined.

4. Cook macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and return to pot.

5. Add beef mixture to the pot with the macaroni and stir to combine.

6. Add 1 1/2 cups of the cheese and the milk to the pot and stir until cheese is melted.

7. Pour macaroni mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup cheese over the top.

8. Bake for 25 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

9. Serve and enjoy!