POPULAR POTLUCK CASSEROLE

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Spice up suppertime with this hearty main dish shared by Debbi Smith of Crossett, Arkansas. With plenty of TexMex taste, this crowd-pleasing ground beef and pasta bake is sure to disappear in a hurry at potlucks.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

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Ingredients

1 package (7 ounces) ring macaroni
2 pounds ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1/4 cup thinly sliced celery
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 to 2 tablespoons chili powder
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided

Steps:

Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the beef, onion, green pepper and celery until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender; drain. Stir in the soup, tomatoes, tomato sauce and chili powder until combined., Drain the macaroni; stir into beef mixture. Add the corn and 1-1/2 cups of cheese. , Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 312 calories, Fat 14g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 626mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 21g protein.