Italian Macaroni Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 350°.
2. 2
   Grease a 10-inch pie pan or 9-inch square pan.
3. 3
   Prepare macaroni according to package.
4. 4
   Drain.
5. 5
   In a large skillet, brown beef with celery and drain.
6. 6
   Stir in spaghetti sauce and mushrooms.
7. 7
   Simmer 15 minutes.
8. 8
   In a large bowl, combine macaroni, eggs, cheese and garlic.
9. 9
   Toss lightly.
10. 10
    Place in prepared pan.
11. 11
    Press evenly in bottom and up sides, forming a crust.
12. 12
    Pour meat mixture over macaroni crust.
13. 13
    Cover with foil. Bake at 350° for 25 to 30 minutes.
14. 14
    Remove foil.
15. 15
    Let stand 5 minutes before cutting.
16. 16
    Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
17. 17
    Makes 6 servings.