Cheesy Beef & Macaroni Casserole

Cheesy Beef & Macaroni Casserole 1 pound of dry macaroni noodles (or similar) 1 pound lean ground beef 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup diced onion 1 cup diced green pepper 1 can of crushed tomatoes (28 oz) 1/2 cup tomato sauce 3-4 tablespoons tomato paste 1/2 teaspoon dry basil salt & pepper to taste 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided 1/4 cup freshly shredded parmesan cheese 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, divided Preheat oven to 375. Cook noodles for ¾ of time according to package. (My noodles said 9 minutes so I cooked them for 6). Drain and rinse under cold water. Meanwhile, brown beef, garlic & onion in a frying pan. Drain. Combine green peppers, beef, noodles, tomatoes, tomato sauce & paste, basil, salt & pepper, 1 cup of cheddar cheese, 2 tablespoons fresh parsley. Pour into a 9x13 casserole dish. Combine remaining cheeses & 1 tablespoon of parsley. Sprinkle on top of casserole. Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes or until bubbly and cheese is browned