Santa Fe Beef and Cheese Bake

This easy chili, beef and macaroni casserole, seasoned with bacon and mild green chiles, is sure to be a hit with your hungry family.

Recipe Ingredients:

1 pound ground beef, cooked and drained
8 ounces elbow macaroni, cooked according to package directions
6 strips bacon, cooked and diced
1 (10.75-ounce) can condensed tomato soup, undiluted
1 (4-ounce) can ORTEGA Diced Green Chiles
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Cooking Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 2-quart baking dish.
2. Combine tomato soup, chiles, chili powder and cumin in medium bowl. Add beef, macaroni and bacon. Transfer to prepared baking dish. Top with cheese; cover.
3. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted.

Makes 4 servings.

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