Southern Goulash

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 bell pepper, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
• 1 (6 oz) can tomato paste
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp hot sauce (optional for extra heat)
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp sugar
• 2 cups elbow macaroni (or any small pasta)
• Salt
• pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil for cooking
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional topping)