Taco Macaroni Skillet

This creamy beef and macaroni dish is perked up with green chiles, taco seasoning and tomatoes.

Recipe Ingredients:

1 pound lean ground beef
2 cups water
1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes in juice, undrained
1 (4-ounce) can diced green chiles
1 (1.25-ounce) package taco seasoning mix
1 1/2 cups dried elbow macaroni
2/3 cup NESTLÉ® CARNATION® Evaporated Milk
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese - divided use

Cooking Directions:

1. Cook beef in a large skillet, stirring frequently, until brown; drain. Stir in water, tomatoes with juice, chiles and seasoning mix. Cook until mixture comes to a boil.
2. Add pasta; return to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cover. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 14 to 16 minutes or until pasta is tender.
3. Stir in evaporated milk. Remove from heat; stir in 1/4 cup cheese. Sprinkle remaining cheese over top. Cover; let stand for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

Makes 4 servings.

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