Chili Beef Noodle Skillet

• 1 pkg (8 oz) egg noodles
• 2 lbs ground beef
• 1 mdm onion, chopped
• 1/4 cup chopped celery
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 can (28 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 1/4 to 1/2 tsp salt to taste
• 1/8 tsp pepper
• 1/2 to 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Cook noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet cook beef, onion, celery and garlic over mdm heat til meat is no longer pink and veggies are tender; drain fat if necessary. Add tomatoes, chili powder, salt and pepper; mix well. Cook and stir for 2 min.

Cook noodles according to package directions; drain. Stir into beef mixture and heat through. Remove from heat. Sprinkle with cheese; cover and let stand for 5 in or til cheese is melted. 8 svgs.