This easy, comforting dish of pasta and ground beef gets its great flavor from lots of garlic, spicy seasonings, and tomatoes. Make the dish with elbow macaroni, mini penne pasta, small shells, or another pasta similar in size.

This dish is similar to American chop suey, which is a family favorite comfort food for many. The spicy tomatoes and seasonings add an extra burst of bold flavor. The recipe is adaptable as well. For Italian flavors, replace the Cajun or Mexican seasoning with Italian seasonings and use Italian seasoned tomatoes in the dish. Or, if you prefer a milder flavor, use your favorite seasoned salt blend along with plain diced tomatoes.

Serve the pasta and ground beef mixture on plates or in bowls with pepper jack cheese biscuits or crusty bread. Round the meal out nicely with a simple side salad.