Chili Mac

This is kind of like hamburger helper with macaroni and beans in it.  Yummy, easy, healthy, kids like it!

1/2 pnd or 1 pnd. ground beef  (I use 1/2 pnd)
1 onion chopped or 1 TBL. dehydrated onion
1 15 oz. can kidney or chili beans
1 -8 oz. can tomato sauce
1 can tomatoes
1 c. macaroni or less
1 c. water (if you use less macaroni then reduce the water)
2-3 tsp chili pwd.
1/2 tsp. garlic salt
1/2 c. shredded cheese

Brown beef and onion, throw remaining ingredients in pot except cheese and bring to boil then simmer until macaroni is done, melt in cheese and serve.