Grandma's Monday Night Meal

Grandma used to serve this to us nearly every Monday night when we were there for orchestra.

Italian Noodle Casserole

(for lack of a better name)

1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
1 can mushrooms (stems and pieces)
2 cans tomato sauce (12 oz?)
1/3 large pack of wide egg noodles
1/2 brick of sharp cheddar cheese

Brown the ground beef (can also saute onions or garlic to taste), drain the grease.  For more flavor use Italian sausage.  Add red pepper flakes, if desired.  Add mushrooms, then tomato sauce.  Add egg noodles (additional water may be needed to cook the noodles) about 15 minutes before serving.  Shred and mix in the cheese just before serving.