2 1/2 lbs. ground beef
1 c. chopped onion
1 clove garlic
1 1/2 tbsp. paprika
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/4 tsp. thyme
2 bay leaves
1 (1 lb.) can tomatoes
1 c. dairy sour cream

Brown meat. Reduce heat. Add onions and garlic. Cook until onion is tender, but not brown. Blend in seasonings. Add tomatoes. Simmer, uncovered, about 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Then stir in sour cream and remove from heat. Spoon over hot buttered noodles, about a 12 ounce package.