Best 7 Macaroni And Cheese With Ground Beef Salsa And Green Chiles Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary symphony of flavors with our tantalizing Macaroni and Cheese with Ground Beef, Salsa, and Green Chiles recipe. This hearty and satisfying casserole seamlessly blends the classic comfort of macaroni and cheese with the savory richness of ground beef, the vibrant zest of salsa, and the spicy kick of green chiles. Every bite is a delightful explosion of flavors and textures that will leave you craving for more.

In addition to the main recipe, we also offer variations to satisfy diverse palates and dietary preferences. For those seeking a vegetarian twist, our meatless version replaces the ground beef with a medley of colorful vegetables, ensuring a symphony of flavors and textures without compromising on satisfaction. For those who prefer a creamy, indulgent experience, our creamy white cheddar mac and cheese recipe delivers a velvety, luscious sauce that will transport you to culinary heaven.

For a touch of Mexican flair, our Mexican mac and cheese recipe incorporates a flavorful blend of Mexican spices, salsa, and cheese, resulting in a delightful fusion of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. If you desire a healthier alternative, our lightened-up mac and cheese recipe utilizes low-fat ingredients and whole-wheat pasta, offering a guilt-free indulgence that won't weigh you down.

No matter your preferences, we have the perfect macaroni and cheese recipe to satisfy your cravings. Embark on a culinary journey and experience the delightful symphony of flavors that await you in our diverse collection of macaroni and cheese recipes.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

ONE-SKILLET CHEESY BEEF AND MACARONI



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This is total comfort food; a one dish recipe, with even the pasta cooking in the same skillet.

Provided by Katie Workman

Categories     Main Course

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 pounds lean ground beef (85/15%)
1 tablespoon vegetable or olive oil
1 cup chopped red, yellow, orange, or green bell pepper
1 cup chopped peeled carrots
1 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon dried basil
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 (28-ounce) cans crushed tomatoes in juice
2 cups water
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons chili powder (optional but recommended)
Kosher or coarse salt and freshly ground pepper (to taste)
¾ pound dried elbow macaroni
2 cups grated cheddar cheese ((8 ounces))

Steps:

  • Heat a very large skillet (for this full recipe, it should be a deep 12-inch pan) over medium high heat and brown the beef, stirring until no pink remains, about 5 minutes. Drain the beef and set aside.
  • Wipe out the skillet, add the oil, and heat it over medium heat. Add the peppers, carrots, onion and garlic and sauté until almost tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the ground beef back to the skillet, as well as the basil, oregano, tomatoes with their juice, water, Worcestershire sauce, and chili powder if using. Season with salt and pepper, turn the heat to high, and bring to a simmer. Add the pasta, stir and cover. Lower the heat to medium and simmer covered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender, and most of the liquid is absorbed, 8 to 10 minutes. Taste and season again if needed.
  • Sprinkle the cheese over the casserole then cover for just 1 more minute until the cheese is melty, and serve. Serve this right out of the pan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372.95 kcal, Carbohydrate 25.39 g, Protein 22.97 g, Fat 19.49 g, SaturatedFat 9.48 g, Cholesterol 71.18 mg, Sodium 198.63 mg, Fiber 2.01 g, Sugar 2.64 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SALSA MAC AND BEEF



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This one-pot supper sports big flavors. Sauteed ground beef is stirred into shell pasta with a cheesy sauce and Pace® Chunky Salsa. Garnish with chopped cilantro, if desired.

Provided by Campbell's Kitchen

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Swanson®

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound ground beef
3 ½ cups Swanson® Beef Broth
3 cups uncooked shell-shaped pasta
1 (10.75 ounce) can Campbell's® Condensed Cheddar Cheese Soup
½ cup Pace® Chunky Salsa

Steps:

  • Cook the beef in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat until it's well browned, stirring to separate meat. Pour off any fat.
  • Stir the stock in the skillet and heat to a boil. Stir in the pasta. Reduce the heat to medium. Cook for 10 minutes or until the pasta is tender, stirring often.
  • Stir in the soup and salsa and cook until the mixture is hot and bubbling, stirring often.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 631.2 calories, Carbohydrate 71.4 g, Cholesterol 72.7 mg, Fat 22.7 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 32.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 1625.7 mg, Sugar 6 g

EASY SALSA BEEF SKILLET



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In this one-pot Easy Salsa Beef Skillet, the pasta cooks in the liquid and absorbs all of the flavor-meaning no draining and easy cleanup. You're welcome!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings, 1-1/2 cups each

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb. lean ground beef
2 cups water
1 cup TACO BELL® Thick & Chunky Salsa
1 pkg. (14 oz.) KRAFT Deluxe Macaroni & Cheese Dinner
2 cups frozen corn
1/2 cup KRAFT Mexican Style Finely Shredded Four Cheese
1 green onion, chopped

Steps:

  • Brown meat in large skillet; drain. Return to skillet.
  • Add water, salsa and Macaroni; stir. Bring to boil; cover. Simmer on low heat 10 min. or until macaroni is tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in corn and Cheese Sauce; cook 2 min. or until heated through, stirring frequently.
  • Top with shredded cheese and onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 640, Fat 25 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Sodium 1520 mg, Carbohydrate 66 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 8 g, Protein 40 g

CHILI MAC & CHEESE



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This Mexican/southwestern casserole of comfort food is high on taste and low on the scale of difficulty-a delicious combination. -Mary Aguilar, Shelby, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 packages (7-1/4 ounces each) macaroni and cheese dinner mix
2 pounds ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups sour cream
1-1/2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Set aside cheese packets from dinner mixes. In a large saucepan, bring 2 quarts water to a boil. Add macaroni; cook until tender, 8-10 minutes., Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, cook and stir beef and onion over medium heat until beef is no longer pink, 8-10 minutes; drain. Stir in tomatoes, tomatoes and green chiles, tomato sauce and seasonings. Drain macaroni; add to beef mixture. Stir in contents of cheese packets, sour cream and 1 cup cheese., Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; top with remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, until bubbly, 20-25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 631 calories, Fat 35g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 105mg cholesterol, Sodium 1286mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

BEEF 'N' CHEESE MACARONI



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"I love to make this delicious main dish for my brother and me when our parents are at work at dinnertime," reports Jamie Brown of Witchita, Kansas. The mild-tasting combination of ground beef and noodles is sure to be a hit with even the pickiest eaters.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 pound ground beef
1 package (7 ounces) elbow macaroni
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup cubed process American cheese (Velveeta)
1/4 cup milk
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink. , Meanwhile, in a saucepan, cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and set aside. In the same pan, melt butter. Add the cheese, milk and salt; cook and stir until the cheese is melted. Drain beef. Stir beef and macaroni into cheese sauce; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 392mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

CHILI MACARONI AND CHEESE



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What could be tastier on a cold winter day than chili or mac and cheese? Put them together and you have a terrific dish that warms you up and fills you up as well! -Nancy Foust, Stoneboro, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 5h25m

Yield 12 servings (4-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 11

2-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 banana pepper, finely chopped
2 cans (28 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
2-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Optional: Sour cream and additional shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook beef, onion and peppers over medium-high heat until beef is no longer pink and vegetables are tender, breaking up beef into crumbles, 8-10 minutes; drain. Transfer to a 7-qt. slow cooker. Stir in tomatoes, beans, chili powder and cumin. Cook, covered, on low until flavors are blended, 5-6 hours., Meanwhile, cook macaroni according to package directions; drain. Add to slow cooker. Stir in cheese until melted. If desired, serve with sour cream and additional cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 447 calories, Fat 21g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 96mg cholesterol, Sodium 646mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

ONE-POT SALSA BEEF SKILLET



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It's hard to believe we got all this goodness into a one-pot skillet dish-but true! It has ground beef, mac and cheese, salsa-and more cheese.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings, 1-1/2 cups each

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb. extra-lean ground beef
2 cups water
1 cup TACO BELL® Thick & Chunky Salsa
1 pkg. (14 oz.) KRAFT Deluxe Macaroni & Cheese Dinner Made With 2% Milk Cheese
2 cups frozen corn, thawed, drained
1/2 cup KRAFT Mexican Style 2% Milk Finely Shredded Four Cheese
1 green onion, chopped

Steps:

  • Brown meat in large skillet; drain.
  • Add water, salsa and Macaroni; stir. Bring to boil; cover. Simmer on low heat 10 min. or until macaroni is tender, stirring occasionally. Add corn and Cheese Sauce; stir. Cook 2 min. or until heated through.
  • Top with cheese and onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 580, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Sodium 1510 mg, Carbohydrate 72 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 10 g, Protein 43 g

Tips:

  • Use a large pot to cook the pasta, as it will expand as it cooks.
  • Cook the pasta according to the package directions.
  • Drain the pasta and rinse it with cold water to stop the cooking process.
  • Use a large skillet to cook the ground beef, salsa, and green chiles.
  • Brown the ground beef over medium heat, stirring frequently to break it up into small pieces.
  • Add the salsa and green chiles to the skillet and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the salsa is heated through.
  • Stir in the cooked pasta, cheese, and milk. Cook until the cheese is melted and the mixture is well combined.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve immediately, topped with additional cheese if desired.

Conclusion:

This macaroni and cheese with ground beef, salsa, and green chiles is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover ground beef. With its combination of creamy cheese, savory ground beef, and spicy salsa, this dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family.

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