Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons shortening
  • 2 medium onions, sliced
  • 2 cups leftover beef (steak, pot roast, etc.)
  • 1 tablespoon flour
  • 1 (1 lb) can stewed tomatoes
  • 12 cup red wine
  • 14 cup water
  • 1 (2 ounce) can pimientos, sliced
  • 34 teaspoon salt
  • 14 teaspoon oregano leaves
  • 14 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 3 cups cooked macaroni
  • 2 cups grated cheddar cheese
  • parsley sprig (optional)

Method

  • Heat shortening and saute onions until golden.
  • Stir in beef and brown quickly over high heat, turning frequently.
  • Stir in flour, stewed tomatoes, red wine, water, pimentos, salt, oregano leaves, ground pepper.
  • Simmer a few minutes or until slightly thickened.
  • In a 1 1/2 quart casserole dish or 6 individual ramekins layer macaroni, meat mixture, and cheese.
  • Repeat ending with cheese.
  • Bake in preheated 400 degree oven about 10 minutes for ramekins or 15 to 20 for casserole.
  • Garnish with parsley.