Picnic Meal in a Jug

1 (10 ounce) package wheel macaroni
1 bay leaf
2 pounds ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
4 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce or juice
1 can whole kernel corn, drained
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
2 teaspoons MSG or Accent
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon leaf oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 cup grated sharp Cheddar cheese

Cook macaroni according to package directions, adding bay leaf to salted water. Do not overcook; drain. Brown meat and onion in large skillet until meat is broken into pieces. Stir in remaining ingredients except cheese. Simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Mix with macaroni and cheese. Pour into a 1-gallon vacuum bottle.

Yields 8 to 10 servings.