RO*TEL Across America Recipe Contest - South-of-the-Border Mac and Cheese

South-of-the-Border Mac and Cheese

by RO*TEL from TX

Classic recipe from www.ro-tel.com. (not eligible)

AVERAGE RATING

Category

Pasta/Pizza

Side Dish

Prep Time

15 minutes

Servings

Makes 5 servings (1 cup each)

Recipe Ingredients

Prepared macaroni and cheese gets a spicy accent from tomato and green chili-seasoned beef

*1 pkg (7.25 oz each) macaroni and cheese dinner
*1 pound ground sirloin beef
*1 can (10 oz each) Ro*Tel® Original Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies, undrained

Directions

1. Prepare macaroni and cheese in large saucepan according to package directions, except omit milk.

2. Brown beef in large skillet over medium-high heat while macaroni cooks; drain. Add undrained tomatoes to cooked beef; mix well. Reduce heat to low; simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

3.Add beef mixture to prepared macaroni and cheese.