Wayne's Beef Macaroni and Cheese

INGREDIENTS

• 1-pound box elbow macaroni
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 cups chopped onion
• Salt and pepper
• 2 to 3 cups grated Cheddar
• 2 pounds lean ground beef
• 1 tablespoon chopped garlic
• 1 teaspoon each dried basil, ground cumin, and dried oregano
• 2 cups chopped green bell pepper
• 3 cups canned crushed tomatoes