Easy Supper Casserole

2 cans pinto/black beans or 1 can beans & 1/2 lb lean hamburger ($.50-$1.25)
1 tsp oregano ($.01)
1 onion, chopped ($.33)
1/2 tsp chili powder ($.01)
1 cup dry macaroni ($.25)
1/2 tsp salt ($.01)
2 1/2 cups tomato juice ($1)
1/4 tsp pepper ($.01)
1 cup grated Cheddar Cheese ($.50)

Brown hamburger/beans & onion. Cook until onion clear. Turn down heat. Add macaroni, juice and spices, stir to combine. Cover pan & simmer for 20 minutes. Remove pan from heat, stir & sprinkle with cheese. Cover and let sit until cheese melts.

Serves 6.

TOTAL: $2.62