Epicure Recipes

Mexican Macaroni and Cheese

Cinco de MayoBeefHigh ProteinSugar ConsciousOne DishDinnerLunch

25 min

6 servings

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A healthier alternative to pre-packaged foods, and ready just as quickly.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb (450 g) lean ground beef
  • 1 14 cups macaroni
  • 1 pkg Mac & Cheese Seasoning
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • 1 can (19 oz/540 ml) low-sodium diced tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp Poco Picante Salsa Mix
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tbsp Taco Seasoning
  • 1 cup grated low-fat cheddar cheese

Preparation

  1. Brown beef in a frying pan.
  2. Add macaroni, Mac & Cheese Seasoning, milk, tomatoes, Poco Salsa Mix, Taco Seasoning and water. Bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce heat to medium and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring
  4. Place in a serving bowl and top with cheddar. Serve warm.

Epicure Products Used

Nutritional Information

Per serving: Calories 330, Fat 13 g (Saturated 6 g, 0 0 g), Cholesterol 65 mg, Sodium 510 mg, Carbohydrate 20 g (Fiber 2 g, Sugars 6 g), Protein 31 g.