1 c. uncooked macaroni
1 lb. lean ground beef
1/2 lb. fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 c. chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1 (6 oz.) can unsalted tomato paste
3/4 c. water
1 sm. bay leaf
1 tsp. sugar
1/2 tsp. pepper
1/4 tsp. oregano
1/4 tsp. basil

Cook macaroni as directed on package, omitting the salt. Drain and set aside. Brown ground beef with mushrooms, onion, and garlic. Pour off fat. Add remaining ingredients. Simmer gently about 15 minutes. Add cooked macaroni. Simmer 5 minutes. Remove bay leaf before serving.