1 lb. ground beef
3/4 c. chopped onions
1/3 c. chopped green pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tbsp. shortening
2 tsp. salt
4 c. water
1/2 lb. spaghetti, broken into 2-inch pieces
1 (16 oz.) can tomatoes, cut into bite-size pieces
3/4 c. Heinz ketchup

In Dutch oven or large deep skillet, brown first 4 ingredients in shortening. Sprinkle with salt; stir in water. Bring mixture to a boil; add spaghetti. Cook uncovered 12-15 minutes or until spaghetti is tender. Stir in tomatoes and ketchup; simmer about 10 minutes to blend flavors. Serve with Parmesan cheese, if desired. Yield: 6-8 servings, about 8 cups.