1/2 lb. ground beef
1/2 c. chopped onion
1/2 c. diced green pepper
2 tsp. chili powder
1 (16 oz.) can pork and beans
3 c. cooked elbow macaroni
2 c. shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1/2 c. milk
1/2 tsp. salt

In saucepan, brown beef and cook onion and green pepper with chili powder until tender. (Use shortening, if necessary.) Stir to separate meat. Add beans, macaroni, cheese, milk and salt. Pour into 1 1/2 quart casserole dish. Bake at 400 degrees for 30 minutes or until hot. Stir. Garnish with green pepper rings, if desired.