Speedy Chili Mac and Cheese

Give regular mac and cheese a flavorful makeover with the addition of ground beef, kidney beans, and salsa.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 528 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 (16 ounce) jar salsa
• 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 0.5 pound cooked elbow macaroni

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Brown ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain grease. Add salsa and kidney beans to the skillet. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in cooked macaroni and Cheddar cheese. Cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.