FIESTA MACARONI

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When time is short, Sandra Castillo relies on this family-pleasing main dish. "It's so easy to fix, and everyone loves the zesty flavor that the salsa and chili beans provide," comments the Sun Prairie, Wisconsin cook.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 package (16 ounces) elbow macaroni
1 pound ground beef
1 jar (16 ounces) salsa
10 ounces process cheese (Velveeta), cubed
1 can (16 ounces) chili beans, undrained

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Drain macaroni; set aside., In a microwave-safe bowl, combine salsa and cheese. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 2-3 minutes or until cheese is melted. Stir into the skillet; add the macaroni and beans. Transfer to a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 473 calories, Fat 16g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 878mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

Tanzid Mahamud Robin
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This was a great recipe! I made it for a party and everyone loved it. I would definitely make it again.


ABUStAR
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I followed the recipe and the macaroni was a bit too al dente for my taste. I would cook it for a few minutes longer next time.


Prakash Dhamala
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This was a good recipe, but I would add more cheese next time.


Abdulbasit Chandio
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I made this for my family and they loved it. It's a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


LC Adams
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This is a great recipe for a summer cookout or potluck.


Zahir popal ظاهر پوپل
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This was easy to make and very tasty. I will definitely be making it again.


Yatuwa Elian
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I'm not a fan of macaroni salads, but this one was really good. I would definitely make it again.


Shubham Yadav
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This was a great recipe! I made it for a party and everyone loved it. I would definitely make it again.


Maarij Shoaib
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I followed the recipe and the macaroni was a bit too al dente for my taste. I would cook it for a few minutes longer next time.


Fakhar Khokhar
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This was a good recipe, but I would add more cheese next time.


Magnus Cramer
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I made this for my family and they loved it. It's a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Ronnie morulane
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This is a great recipe for a summer cookout or potluck.


G_ Shiesty187
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I love this recipe! It's so versatile and can be made with different types of pasta and vegetables.


Avere
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This was easy to make and very tasty. I will definitely be making it again.


Leanne Gordge
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly.


Mr Technology Hecker
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This was a great recipe. I will definitely be making it again.


Salvina Deciano
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I made this for a potluck and it was gone in minutes. Everyone loved it!


Snazo Kwayinto
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This is my new favorite pasta salad recipe. It's so easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Kismat Shekh
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I'm not usually a fan of macaroni salads, but this one was really good. The dressing was light and flavorful, and the macaroni was perfectly cooked.


Ysidro Delgado
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This Fiesta Macaroni was a hit at our Cinco de Mayo party! It was easy to make and so delicious. I loved the combination of flavors and textures.


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