Hearty Mac & Cheese

By luvmybuttonsnbows

Ingredients

• 1 pkg. (7 1/4 oz.) macaroni and cheese dinner mix
• 1 lb. ground beef
• 3 tbsp. chopped onion
• 2 tbsp. chopped green pepper
• 1 can (10 3/4 oz.) condensed tomato soup, undiluted
• 2 tbsp. water
• 2 tbsp. ketchup
• 2 tsp. prepared mustard
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1 tsp. chili powder
• 1/2 tsp. dried oregano
• 1/4 tsp. ground cum. pepper
• 1 c. frozen corn, thawed
• 1 c. (4 oz.) shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 c. butter, cubed
• 1/4 c. milk

Details

Preparation time 15mins
Cooking time 40mins

Preparation

Step 1

1. Cook macaroni according to package directions; set cheese packet aside. Meanwhile, in al large skillet, cook the beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender; drain.
2. Add the soup, water, ketchup, mustard and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered for 4 minutes.
3. Drain macaroni; add to the beef mixture. Add the corn, cheese, contents of reserved cheese packet, butter and milk. Cook and stir until cheese and butter are melted.