Skillet Beef and Macaroni

The ground beef used in this Skillet Beef and Macaroni recipe is less expensive if purchased in bulk. Season the extra beef with salt, pepper and form into patties. Wrap them individually in plastic wrap and freeze for your next barbecue.

Ingredients

1 lb lean ground beef

1 medium onion, chopped

2 (14.5-ounce) cans stewed tomatoes

1 (4.5-ounce) can chopped green chilies

1 tsp garlic powder

3/4 cup elbow macaroni

1 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided

Directions

1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat; add beef. Cook, stirring, until brown and crumbly about 5 minutes; drain. Add onion. Cook, stirring continually, until tender, about 5 minutes.

2. Add tomatoes, green chilies and garlic powder to skillet; mix well. Bring beef mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook for 10 minutes.

3. Meanwhile, cook macaroni according to package directions; rinse and drain. Add macaroni to skillet; mix gently. Reduce heat to low. Stir in 1/2 of Monterey Jack cheese.

4. Simmer beef mixture just until heated through, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese just before serving.