TEX-MEX MACARONI AND CHEESE

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A quick and easy meal that tastes good and is a nice change from ordinary macaroni and cheese. Add cooked peas and grated Parmesan cheese on top if desired.

Provided by Lorri-Anne

Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Macaroni and Cheese Recipes Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 pound lean ground beef
1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
1 (7.3 ounce) package white Cheddar macaroni and cheese mix
2 tablespoons butter, or as needed
¼ cup milk, or as needed

Steps:

In a large skillet, brown beef and drain off excess fat. Add taco seasoning and water according to seasoning package directions and simmer for 10 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Set aside.
Prepare macaroni and cheese according to package directions, adding butter or margarine and milk as indicated. Combine beef mixture and macaroni and cheese. Mix together and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 383.8 calories, Carbohydrate 27.1 g, Cholesterol 72.5 mg, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 9.3 g, Sodium 784 mg, Sugar 4.8 g