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James's Ground Beef Chili Macaroni Casserole

8 ounces macaroni, cooked and drained
1 cup chopped onion
1 pound lean ground beef
1 tablespoon oil
2 cans (14.5 ounces each) tomatoes
salt and pepper to taste
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
1 cup buttered bread crumbs
PREPARATION:

In a heavy skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat; brown ground beef and onion. Add tomatoes, salt, and pepper and chili powder. Reduce heat; simmer for 25 to 30 minutes. In a baking dish, combine meat mixture with cooked macaroni.
Stir in 1/2 cup of the shredded cheese. Top with 1 cup buttered bread crumbs and remaining 1/2 cup shredded cheese. Bake, uncovered, for 45 minutes.
Serves 6.