Stovetop Hamburger Casserole

STOVETOP HAMBURGER CASSEROLE

1 pkg small pasta shells or noodles
1 lb. (Or less) ground beef
1 onion, diced
3 medium carrots, diced (I sliced them into quarters and then used my salad shooter and shredded them)
1 celery rib (optional)
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 cups diced potatoes, cooked
1 can drained corn
2 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce
1/2 tsp pepper
1 cup ( or more) shredded cheese

Cook pasta and potatoes until done. Meanwhile, in large skillet cook hamburger and onion until done, drain. Add in the carrots, celery and garlic and cook 5 minutes or until tender. Stir in the potatoes and pasta, corn and tomato sauce. Heat through. Sprinkle with cheese and cover and cook until cheese melts. Serve.