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This is an easy and tasty dish using the classic mac and cheese casserole as a base.

Tex-Mex Mac and Cheese Casserole

1 (40-ounce) package Classic Dishes Favorites Macaroni & Cheese
1 pound lean ground beef
1 bunch green onions, sliced and divided use
1 (1 1/4-ounce) package taco seasoning mix
1 (8-ounce) jar picante sauce
1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chiles
Chopped tomato and sour cream for accompaniment (optional)

1. Thaw macaroni and cheese in microwave at MEDIUM (50% power) 10 to 15 minutes.
2. Cook ground beef and 1/3 cup green onions in a large skillet over medium-high heat, stirring until meat crumbles and is no longer pink. Drain.
3. Stir in macaroni and cheese, seasoning mix, picante sauce, and tomatoes and chiles; spoon into a lightly greased 2-quart baking dish.
4. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30 minutes. Spinkle top with remaining green onions, and serve with chopped tomato and sour cream, if desired.

Makes 6 servings.

Recipe is the property of Nestlé® and Meals.com, used with permission.

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