Tex-Mex Macaroni and Ground Beef Casserole
A savory ground beef and pasta casserole features the bold flavors of taco seasoning and creamy nacho cheese soup.
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Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350F and start boiling salted water for pasta.
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Cook macaroni or mini ziti according to package directions, then drain, rinse with hot water, and set aside.
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Grease a 2 1/2- to 3-quart baking dish.
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Brown ground beef with onion in a large skillet until softened, then add bell pepper and cook until beef is no longer pink.
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Stir in garlic and taco seasoning, cooking for 1 minute.
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Add nacho cheese soup, tomato paste, diced tomatoes, and half of the cheese; cook until blended and bubbly.
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Combine the cooked macaroni with the beef mixture, then spoon into the greased baking dish.
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Top with remaining cheese and bake for 10 to 15 minutes until bubbly and the cheese is melted.