RecipesScalessa's "My Way" Old School Italian KitchenOld School

Old School Recipe

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Dec 05 2025

30m

Serves 4

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Make Old School in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

Main Ingredients

Preparation

Preparation

1. Cook the Macaroni

In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2. Sauté the Aromatics

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes, until the onion is translucent.

3. Brown the Beef

Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until browned and fully cooked, about 7-10 minutes.

4. Add Tomato Sauce and Seasonings

Stir in the tomato sauce, salt, black pepper, and dried oregano. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 5 minutes to meld the flavors.

5. Combine with Macaroni

Add the drained macaroni to the skillet and mix until well combined with the meat sauce.

6. Add Cheese

Sprinkle the cheddar cheese on top and stir to combine. Let it cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

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