Hearty Spaghetti Casserole

8 oz. box spaghetti
8 oz. ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1 can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can condensed tomato soup
1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.

Cook ground beef, onion, and pepper in a large skillet. Drain. Stir in tomatoes, tomato soup, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat. Add 1 cup of cheddar, stirring until melted. Add bacon and pasta. Transfer to a greased baking dish.

Cover and bake for 30 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheddar. Bake uncovered for 15 minutes.