Savory Goulash

2 cups uncooked elbow noodles
½ lb. ground beef
1 large onion, minced
2 cups celery, chopped
2 cans diced tomatoes
2 carrots, peeled and thinly sliced
½ tsp. salt
Dash of pepper

Cook noodles in boiling, salted water. Drain; set aside.

In a large pot, brown ground beef with onion. Drain excess grease. Add celery and carrots. Cook until vegetables are tender but crisp.

Add noodles and tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and simmer for 20 to 30 minutes.